Do you find yourself wondering whether or not you, or a loved one, is eligible for Medicaid? What does Medicaid cover, exactly? In this Guide to Medicaid, we will go over exactly what Medicaid is, the differences between Medicaid and Medicare, what Medicaid will cover, and who qualifies for Medicaid. Let’s get started! What […]
If you’ve had the personal experience of witnessing your mother or father spend their life saving on care in their old age, you understand the purpose of investing in Long Term Care (LTC) insurance. Long term care insurance policies were made to put you in control, by helping to protect your assets and to ensure […]
In the past, technology for seniors was considered to be a bit daunting. However, a recent study conducted by the Pew Research Center proved that the use of technology among seniors is steadily increasing. Internet use by seniors has grown by approximately 6% within the last year. In addition, over 77% of adults over the […]
Caregiver tasks range from making meals and setting out medication, to transporting clients around. But the main purpose of providing assistance with these tasks, are to help the seniors remain as independent as possible, for as long as possible. Keeping that in mind, it is essential to understand that just as important as the things […]
Elders who have been abused have a 300% higher risk of early death when compared to those who have not been mistreated. Elder abuse includes emotional abuse, sexual abuse, exploitation, physical abuse, neglect, and abandonment. Anyone could be a perpetrator, from children, other family members, and spouses, to staff at assisted living, nursing homes, […]
“There’s no place like home”. As we age, the majority of us would like to stay at home, surrounded by the comforts we’re familiar with for as long as our health allows us to do so. Individuals with certain challenges can still remain in their homes while depending on some outside help. Yet, as a […]
