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Health Minister Eric Hoskins says: “”I can’t overestimate the importance of this component.” “This will provide that much needed break for caregivers who give so much of themselves to provide daily, around-the-clock care for our loved ones.”….
What does ‘ALOHA’ mean to you? In the caring world- or at least in the Hollywood-type caring world, and in the movie “The Fundamentals of Caring” the acronym stands for: Ask, Listen, Observe, Help, Ask Again. Caregiving is so much more…..
“The Fundamentals of Caring” Continue Reading »
Disability, Elder Care, Geriatric Care ManagementHospitals may not be good places for sick people but where are they to go? One of the most distressing types of calls we receive are from families who have been told by the hospital that their loved one will be discharged…..tomorrow…..
Your mom is being discharged….tomorrow. Continue Reading »
Elder Care, Elder Law, Geriatric Care ManagementA frequent dilemma is the senior who is determined to remain living alone at home despite concerns that it may no longer be safe. What can one do about it? The first step is to enquire if there are power of attorney (POA) for property and personal care documents? If so, they must be reviewed to confirm whether the POA for property was active upon signing or if it is….
What Can One Do About a Senior’s Decision to Live Alone at Home ‘Unsafely’? Continue Reading »
Elder Care, Geriatric Care ManagementAre you one of 35% of employed Canadians providing care to a family member or friend? Feeling stressed and overwhelmed? Need help finding ‘the balance’? There are some resources that can assist…..
The Force is Ageing Continue Reading »
Elder Care, Geriatric Care ManagementThe Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) was asked if a taxpayer’s property designated as his “principal residence” but rented and lived in by his son continued to qualify as his “principal residence” for the purpose of claiming a principal residence exemption to shelter a gain from personal tax.
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Principal residence exemption – renting to a child Continue Reading »
Canada Revenue Agency, Cottage, Disability, Elder Care, Estate Administration, Estate Planning, Executors, Real Estate, Tax Issues