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Hospitals 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 ManagementDorothy was correct, there is no place like home…. and sometimes the powers that be (a strong advocate, a support team and the courts) can get you back there…..
There is no place like home. Continue Reading »
Costs, Elder Care, Estate Planning, Geriatric Care Management, GuardianshipLast week I told Keith’s story. Today’s blog provides some direction and support for Keith and employed carers who may also be reading or sharing this blog!….
Keith’s Life Interrupted- Part 2 Continue Reading »
Costs, Disability, Elder Care, Geriatric Care ManagementLast month, a fellow blogger Audrey Miller wrote on care expenses and services in general which may be eligible for a tax credit in one form or another. Co-incidentally the Canada Revenue Agency (“CRA”) was recently asked to comment on the tax system overall as it applies to seniors and gave some of their perspective. The taxpayer making the enquiry to the CRA was concerned about seniors who pay for….
PERSONAL TAX SYSTEM FOR SENIORS: A PERSPECTIVE FROM THE CRA Continue Reading »
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