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Finances for many, are a very private matter- so your parent may not tell you if they are having difficulties. There are several things you can do to minimize the risk…..
Financial Abuse, When Numbers Don’t Add UP. Continue Reading »
Elder Care, Estate Planning, Geriatric Care ManagementAs a Geriatric Care Manager, I receive inquiries from families regarding assistance for themselves and their older family members. There may come a time when a family member says: “I just can’t do it anymore all by myself”.
Along with the decision to explore caregiving assistance, there are many questions that usually follow. What assistance is needed? Will it be few hours per day, a few hours per week, or is it full time 24 hour assistance that we need?
For families wanting to proceed on their own, here is a list of questions/issues to consider:
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What Type of Paid Care Provider Do I Require? Continue Reading »
Elder Care, Estate Planning, Geriatric Care ManagementCaregiving: While many embark on this journey unwillingly, some do seek it out. For many, the role is rewarding and fulfilling. For others, the challenge of assuming yet another responsibility becomes overwhelming. Caregiver burnout is the greatest risk factor. ….
The Emotional Cost of Caregiving Continue Reading »
Elder Care, Estate Planning, Geriatric Care Management, In the NewsAs the issue of caregiving is now getting election coverage, the costs of caregiving need to be better understood. These include tangible costs such as financial expenses, loss of income, as well as other costs, such as emotional challenges and loss of opportunity identified by family members pressed into service to care for an elderly family member.
For those families who decide to purchase care, this article will review the financial cost of hiring a caregiver. ….
The Financial Cost of Caregiving Continue Reading »
Elder Care, Estate Planning, Geriatric Care Management, In the News“More than 2.3 million Canadian employees currently have caregiving responsibilities. Many experience work-life conflict serious enough to affect their job performance. Population aging guarantees that most of us will combine work and caregiving.” ….
Eany Meany Miney Moe, you will be a caregiver before you know….. Continue Reading »
Elder Care, Estate Planning, Geriatric Care Management, In the News