If you’re like most people, you aren’t eager to spend time thinking about what would happen if you became unable to direct your own medical care because of illness, an accident, or advanced age. However, if you don’t do at least a little bit of planning — writing down your wishes about the kinds of […]
Powers of Attorney: Crucial Documents for Caregiving
What comes to mind when you hear the words “power of attorney"? An important legal document? A license to steal? The key to successful caregiving? All of the above? If you thought “all of the above,” you're on the right track. The power of attorney is a powerful legal document. It can give ... READ the POST
Have YOU made a Will?
If you haven't made your Will yet, you are not alone. Research indicates that 60% of Adults do not have a Will.There may be many reasons why you haven't made a will - whether you think you're too young, think it's too expensive, or think that you have nothing to pass to your family, or think that ... READ the POST
Losing Control: Caring For The Elderly And Incontinence
Incontinence is an issue that very few people like to talk about. It is more common than you may think, with over 12 million United States residents suffering from it every day. People of all ages can suffer from the inconvenient and embarrassing condition, but the majority of those who do feel the ... READ the POST
Senior Citizen Caregiving 101: Things I wish I’d known
I was my 95 year old Mom's caregiver for the last 5 years of her life. During this time, I learned about senior citizen caregiving mostly on my own with my Mom's careful and loving guidance. The things I most wish I'd known before starting down this caregiver path were begging to be documented, ... READ the POST
Understanding Dementia and Caregiving for Your Aging Parents From A to Z
Caregiving takes its toll in many ways – mentally, emotionally, and physically. It is important to ask for and accept help as you come to grips with this enormous task in front of you. There are lots of books on caregiving, dementia and Alzheimer's disease, which review the same topics in ... READ the POST
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