Hospital stays can bring significant changes to a senior’s health and well-being, including adjustments to their prescriptions. These changes are common and often necessary, but they can also be confusing or even dangerous without proper management. Understanding why prescription changes occur, the importance of medication reconciliation after discharge, and the risks of neglecting this process […]

Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs) are a common health concern, particularly among older adults. While UTIs can affect individuals of all ages, seniors are at an increased risk due to a variety of physiological, lifestyle, and medical factors. Understanding the causes, effects, and prevention strategies for UTIs in seniors is essential for caregivers, family members, and […]

As seniors age, they may face challenges in managing personal and financial matters due to physical or cognitive decline. Guardianship and conservatorship are legal tools that allow families or court-appointed representatives to support seniors in managing these responsibilities. This guide explores the essential differences between guardianship and conservatorship, when each is appropriate, and the benefits […]

Medicare’s Annual Open Enrollment Period (AEP) is a crucial time for beneficiaries to review and update their health and drug coverage. Whether your health needs have changed or your current plan is altering its offerings, this period allows you to adjust your Medicare coverage to suit your situation. What Is the Medicare Annual Open Enrollment […]

As we age, finding suitable housing becomes a critical concern. For many seniors, the choice often comes down to assisted living, independent living, or continuing care retirement communities (CCRCs). Each option comes with its own set of legal considerations that seniors and their families need to be aware of to make informed decisions. This blog […]

Deciding to move a senior loved one into an assisted living community is a significant and often emotional decision. It involves careful consideration and thorough research to ensure that the community you choose will provide the best possible care and quality of life. One of the most important steps in this process is touring potential […]

As older adults plan for retirement, they might not have necessarily thought about where they would live. While many choose to remain living at home, independent living is another option that has many advantages. Adults choose to move to independent living for a variety of reasons, including the option to experience a maintenance-free lifestyle that […]

Dementia is a chronic condition that progressively decreases cognition, leading to substantial declines in a person’s mental functioning and ability to care for themselves. As a result, people with dementia need increasing amounts of support as the condition progresses and can lose the ability to engage in many of their previous hobbies and passions. However, […]

Discussing a move to memory care can be challenging, especially considering the symptoms of different stages of dementia, but with thoughtful planning, empathy, and understanding, you can approach these conversations with gentle support. By acknowledging the distinct needs at each dementia stage, you can effectively navigate these discussions, ensuring your loved one receives the compassionate […]

Our parents are often sources of advice and strength, guiding us through life and providing support when needed. However, roles can change as they age, and we may find ourselves supporting them instead, creating a new situation. In doing so, we need to ask ourselves how we can best help aging parents, which includes recognizing […]

Navigating a loved one’s transition to assisted living can be emotionally challenging, especially when faced with resistance from your loved one. It’s understandable that a loved one may be resistant to assisted living, but it’s important that they get the care they need. This article aims to provide understanding and actionable steps to help you […]

Home care is an excellent solution for older adults who need a little extra support to live independently at home. However, it is common for home care services to become too expensive to be sustainable, especially as chronic needs or complex medical conditions require additional hours of service from a home care agency. Fortunately, there […]