Do you find yourself working, caring for your own kids and spouse, your parents, and yourself? That makes you part of the Sandwich Generation. You are not alone—almost half of America’s 40- and 50-year-olds are in the same boat. Most…
Disability benefits, such as Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and Medicaid, are only available to people who are extremely poor or who possess properties that are restricted by restrictive trusts. Federal legislation now permits disabled people to set up their own…
As your parent ages, there may come a time when you must take on guardianship for your parent, accepting legal responsibility for their care and wellbeing. The duties include a parent's daily care, medical care, and possibly financial decisions made…
Selecting a nursing home for a loved one requires careful research and consideration. It is important for families to take the time to explore nursing home options and to carefully assess the nursing home facilities in order to choose the…
A conservator is appointed by the court to care for and protect a person who is deemed unable to care for themselves. Among the conservator’s responsibilities are managing the conservatee’s health and wellbeing as well as preserving their assets. While…
Long-term care is comprised of a variety of services that meet medical and non-medical requirements for people who cannot care for themselves for long periods of time. It is a highly individualized care system that can be formally or informally…
The popularity of the smart personal assistant has gained serious traction. In 2020, the technology-research firm Canalys predicted 100 million smart speakers (smart personal assistants) would be installed worldwide and also estimates the number of smart assistant compatible devices would…
According to an article in Kaiser Health News, a hospital stay can be detrimental to some elderly patients. Even if they recover from the illness or injury that required them to be admitted, many elderly patients deteriorate mentally and/or physically…
You should feel comfortable talking to your doctor. Often, you must explain your ailment quickly and succinctly, trust that your doctor has your best interests at heart and will keep your confidentiality; and make yourself vulnerable and talk about health…
Mom and Dad bought a timeshare at a resort, with a deed giving their part of the timeshare to their children should they pass away. It seemed like a good idea at the time. Unfortunately, once Mom and Dad did…