In-home dementia care: How much could it cost you?
What Is the Cost of In-Home Dementia Care? The national median cost for in-home dementia care is $33 per hour. Monthly rates range from $2,145 for 15 hours per week to $6,292 for 40 hours […]
How to choose the right assisted living facility for your aging loved one
When you tour assisted living facilities, you’ll have the opportunity to speak directly with staff members and, when appropriate, even residents. Asking questions about pricing, amenities, caregivers, the types of care provided, and community culture […]
Moving a parent to senior living? Here’s how to handle the guilt
Overcome the Guilt of Moving a Parent to Senior Living Your parents say they won’t move. It’s a common, exhausting scenario: You see signs that your aging parents need more help than you can provide, […]
The 15 things your house is crying out for you to throw away (but you keep ignoring)
The 15 things your house is crying out for you to throw away (but you keep ignoring) Every time you open that kitchen drawer crammed with random utensils you never use, or catch a glimpse […]
How to choose the right assisted living facility for your aging loved one
When you tour assisted living facilities, you’ll have the opportunity to speak directly with staff members and, when appropriate, even residents. Asking questions about pricing, amenities, caregivers, the types of care provided, and community culture […]
The $2,400 Social Security benefit most seniors never claim
The $2,400 Social Security benefit most seniors never claim Seniors are leaving up to $2,400 a year unclaimed due to hidden Social Security and Medicare programs. Don’t miss out on benefits that can ease your […]
Could your loved one’s caregiver sue you?
If you’ve hired a caregiver directly, that person can sue you for a variety of reasons. Common reasons include unfair wages, dangerous working conditions, harassment, and workplace injury. Reduce your risk of being sued by […]
4 Ways to Make the Most Out of Summer Vacation with Your Kids
If you are keen to spend some good, quality time with your kids, there are a lot of ways that you might be able to do that. This is a great way to make sure […]
8 Tips for Tackling Your Parents’ Finances
Finances can be a difficult topic for our aging parents to discuss. But talking about their financial resources – no matter how uncomfortable we may be – is key to planning for their long-term care. […]
Broke on 6 Figures: 25 Costly US Metro Areas for Families
In 1 of every 4 large U.S. metros, a monthly income for a family of three earning $100,000 a year isn’t enough to cover that family’s basic expenses. That’s the sobering truth that emerged from […]