Tax Tips for Seniors & Caregivers
Each New Year brings certain law changes; sometimes, these impact seniors and caregivers and sometimes, they don’t. Many are confused over what has changed and what has not changed in the tax code for 2019. We will investigate how the government will tax medical expenses going forward. Are there any new tax deductions for caregivers? […]
11 Kitchen Aids for Seniors to Safely Increase Independence
Seniors have lived full robust lives in a world and society very different from today. As you are now retired and gotten older, you have now found ordinary household tasks rather difficult and even impossible or dangerous. You may feel your strong independent lifestyle threatened. The ability to stay as independent as possible is […]
How You Can Afford a Home-Care Worker For the Senior in Your Life
As your senior loved one ages, you may find yourself in need of long term care services. Unfortunately, in-home care or assisted living opportunities may seem cost-prohibitive. How can you provide quality care for your senior loved one without breaking your budget? As it turns out, Home Life senior care may be affordable than you […]
What are the Signs that You Hired the Wrong Caregiver?
Finding the right type of caregiver for your elderly or disabled loved one can be a challenging and intensive process, and you may not know where to begin. So, what does what does caregiver mean? A caregiver is someone who assumes the responsibilities involved with the primary care for an individual who is no longer […]
5 Tips To Get Peace Of Mind When Using An In-Home Caregiver
Caring for an aging loved one, especially a relative with a serious illness or injury, is challenging and strenuous. Family members who are managing other responsibilities at the same time, such as raising a family or holding a job, may find it necessary to hire an assistant home helper. Hiring a caregiver for in-home help […]
Senior Care Costs Comparison | Types of Senior Care & Costs
Many seniors or their loved ones are concerned about the rising cost of senior care. It can be confusing to research the various types of elder care services that are available and the differences in senior living options without some understanding of the common medical care terms used. There are a number of different types […]
How Medicare and Medicaid Cover Long-Term Care for Seniors
Medicare and Medicaid are two insurance programs run by the government. They were created in the year 1965 by President Lyndon Johnson’s under his programs for great society. The two programs ensured that Americans of low income or senior citizens could access private health insurance. The Medicare and Medicaid program share the financial burden of […]
A Caregiver’s Guide to Dealing with Dementia | Seniors with Dementia
The World Health Organization’s latest figures show that dementia disease affects more than 50 million people in the world today. Over ten million new cases are reported each year. Alzheimer’s disease is the most common form of dementia. Dementia typically affects the elderly. And with the average life expectancy increasing, more and more people are […]
Non-Medical Home Care for Seniors | What Does Non-Medical Care Include?
Some seniors desire to stay in their own homes as they age. There are times when it might become necessary for a senior who lives at home to get some assistance with certain personal care, other activities and lighter household chores. When the person does not need skilled nursing care, they may still benefit from […]