Burden of Elder Debt

The Growing Burden of Increasing Debt on the Elderly

There was a time when the idea of having debt on one’s personal balance sheet was heavily frowned upon. It was considered prudent to eliminate debt as quickly as possible and take on new debt only as necessary. These lessons were imparted from parents to children, who generally heeded the sage advice of the experienced…

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Glaucoma Awareness

Glaucoma Awareness

Glaucoma has been dubbed the “sneak thief of sight.” Outside the examination room, symptoms are essentially non-existent until vision is lost. Once the disease has stricken a victim, the damage is irreversible. According to the National Eye Institute (NEI), 2.7 million people in the US currently suffer from glaucoma. That number is expected to rise…

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When Aging Parents Cannot Live Alone

Identifying When Aging Parents Cannot Safely Live Alone

Moving an elderly parent or relative into a care facility can be one of the toughest family-related decisions a person can face. A conclusive decision on when the appropriate time has come to move an aging parent out of the home can be elusive for a variety of reasons. By understanding and acknowledging the human…

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Keeping Elderly Homes Safe

Keeping an Elderly Loved One’s Home Safe

Whether a senior relative or friend is still living at their own home, or your elderly parent is moving into yours, keeping a safe environment and minimizing risks and hazards is critical to their well-being and longevity. The following list of tips, ideas, and guidelines may help to provide clarity – or spur additional ideas…

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Planning for the Care You Need at Home

Don’t wait for an unexpected accident to cause a crisis in your or your loved one’s home. Learn how to decrease the risks of living at home independently as you age and how to meet care needs before they lead to a dramatic change in your home routine. Read the following article to discover ways to plan ahead and give yourself and your loved ones the best opportunities to age well and age happily.

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Burnout Can Happen to Anyone

Taking on the role of Caregiver to your loved one can be challenging and exhausting work.  Many adult children find themselves sandwiched between meeting the needs of their children and their parents. 

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