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Have you ever felt like the fraying rope in a never-ending game of tug-of-war? Your parents are on one side and your children are on the other. Both want and need your attention and support, often both emotional and financial. And then there’s your career, your own health and fitness, and your hobbies…
A Definition of Long-Term Health Insurance Long-term health insurance, or long-term care insurance, refers to the type of policy people purchase to cover care for chronic illnesses, disabilities, or other health conditions on a daily basis for an extended period. The majority of employer-based health insurance does not pay for these extended care…
While children and adults with cerebral palsy have varying degrees of limitations and abilities, some individuals need a lot of care and cannot live independently. Caring for these people is an important job and can be rewarding for family caregivers. On the other hand, caring for someone, even someone you love, can be…
Doug, age 75, was diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease three years ago. His wife, Sandy, died after a valiant battle with breast cancer a year after his diagnosis. Since then, Doug and Sandy’s daughter, Susan, has been doing everything she can to support her dad, including managing his accounting business, taking him to appointments…
With my eyes still closed, the sleep fog begins to lift and the fact that it’s Saturday creeps into my awareness. Saturdays are the days I make the three-hour drive to visit my 81 year-old mother in the skilled nursing facility that she now makes her home. The fog lifts a little more…
A durable power of attorney, or DPOA, is a legal document designed to protect aging parents’ independence and decision-making, while also simplifying the eventual transition to elderly care. A durable power of attorney also serves as a safety net in the event of possible physical or mental incapacitation, ensuring that a trusted appointee…
A Definition of Companion Care Companion care is a form of home care offering non-medical services to older adults or people with disabilities. Companion care differs from personal care in that personal care aides (also known as home health aides) may provide the same services as companion care but also help with tasks…
Navigating Legal Challenges and Financial Responsibilities as a Caregiver Say you’re the primary family member who has taken care of a parent or spouse for the last several years. When they die, will you get stuck with their bills? It depends, according to legal experts and the Federal Trade Commission. Family members generally…
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