Tuesday, May 30, 2017

How to Become a Caregiver for the Elderly

Being a caregiver for the elderly has so many rewards, along with some challenges. But for the right people, there is no more fulfilling job! If this sounds like an interesting opportunity to you, consider the following benefits:

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Thursday, May 25, 2017

How to Talk to Your Parents About Senior Care

There are a few signs that can help you determine when it’s time to talk to your loved one about specialized senior care and what that might look like. Many of these signs just happen as they grow older, but often these same signs can lead to injury and other issues if they are ignored. Here are a few signs:

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Saturday, May 20, 2017

Making Life Easier for Alzheimer’s Patients

One of the most dreaded moments a family can face is receiving a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s. There are some things you should do to become more educated and empowered. Here are a few tips:

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Monday, May 15, 2017

What Millennials Wish Their Boomer Parents Would Tell Them

A Fidelity survey finds a few things adult kids really wanna know 

By Richard Eisenberg

Boomer parents: Your Millennial kids are willing to offer assistance, when needed, as you age, but you need to do a better job now telling them what you may need them to do someday.

That’s my take on the new Fidelity Investments Family & Finance Study, a fascinating survey the financial firm conducts every two years, asking questions about personal finances, estate planning and caregiving.

“Parents not wanting to be a burden on their kids has often translated into thinking they can’t ask for help,” said John Sweeney, Fidelity’s executive vice president of retirement and investing strategies. But, Sweeney said, the survey found “the kids are willing to step in and help.”

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Wednesday, May 10, 2017

Financial Help for Caregivers of the Sandwich Generation

Sandwich Generation caregivers may find themselves in very stressful circumstances, as they are often saddled with the burden of their own kids as well as aging parents. Here are some creative tips that you may not know:

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Wednesday, April 26, 2017

Know the Physical Signs of Alzheimer’s Symptoms

Physical signs can be your first warning that some type of dementia is developing. Let’s look at the physical signs of Alzheimer’s Disease:

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Monday, April 17, 2017

Things to Consider Before Moving Aging Parents Into Your Home

If you have aging parents and the time has come for them not to live by themselves any longer, you will likely need to decide whether or not to move them in with you. Let’s look at some key points to consider when making this decision…

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