How Can I Be a Good Caregiver?
Not everyone can afford to hire an in-home nurse or professional caregiver. Today, there are around 45.3 million unpaid, non-professional caregivers in the United States taking care of a loved one.
What are the Alzheimer’s Signs?
As we age, it’s normal to begin worrying about Alzheimer’s disease. Alzheimer’s is an irreversible, progressive brain disease that slowly destroys memory and thinking skills, leading to cognitive impairment that severely affects daily living.
Planning for Long-Term Care Before It’s Too Late
A strong long-term care plan spells out where you would like to live, how you plan to get around, and who will oversee your financial and health decisions when you’re incapacitated.
Will New Tool Help Dementia Patients and Their Doctors?
Long-term care providers could soon have access to a newly developed tool that can accurately predict the life expectancy of dementia patients.
What Is So Important About Powers Of Attorney?
A power of attorney names a person who can act on your behalf. This person is called your “agent” or “attorney-in-fact.” Before you create a power of attorney, you should know your options and which ones your home state allows.
How Can Siblings Work Together to Care for Dad?
Old resentments and rivalries often die hard, especially with sibling relationships, and caregiving situations can resurrect these issues.