Much of the population is living longer than ever before. This is wonderful! However, with this statistic comes not so wonderful news too. There is a higher probability that the majority of us will get to the point where we can no longer care for ourselves. Our capacity to manage our assets, finances, and health may diminish. Knowing and preparing for old age is essential. By planning in advance, you [...]
Most people want to stay in their homes as they age. A 2015 AARP survey found that nearly 90 percent of those ages 65 and older wanted this. However, simply wanting to age in place does not ultimately make it happen. Careful planning and evaluation are essential if you want to reach this goal. Furthermore, you should not want to just stay in your home as long as possible. You [...]
Most families are reluctant to make the decision to involve hospice care. Many wonder why hospice care would be an option if your loved one is not terminally ill. Isn't hospice only for people who are actively dying? This is a common misconception when deciding whether to involve hospice care. The Center for Disease Control states that hospice is utilized by more than 1.3 million patients. Furthermore, it is provided [...]
When we are young, our parents worry about us. Yet as our parents age, we begin to worry about them as well. If our parent is declining cognitively or physically, we often want them to have assistance of some kind. However, when they are still competent enough to decide, there is really not much we can do if they refuse. This can be extremely stressful for adult children. So when [...]
The aging process can be overwhelming and scary. Many adult children know that their parent's health or cognitive functioning is declining. These conditions cause a lot of concern and stress for families of the elderly. Yet this is the type of concern that aging life care managers hear from adult children every day. Many adult children live far enough from their parents that they are unable to care for them [...]
The aging brain undergoes many changes. A lot of these are completely normal. Increased forgetfulness and impaired thinking can be worrisome. Knowing what's normal and what's not is a challenge for many. Do you sometimes have a harder time learning new things than you used to? You possibly have forgotten where you put your glasses or keys on occasion. Often, these moments of mild forgetfulness are normal for the aging [...]
Is long term care insurance worth it? This is the question that many people begin to ask themselves as they age. The answer is complex. There is no clear cut yes or no answer. However, there are several things to keep in mind when considering long term care insurance. Nobody likes to spend money on something they may not ever benefit from. Yet it is important to weigh the pros [...]
Caring for someone with Alzheimer's, or any aging individual, is often overwhelming. You may not feel like you are doing it "right". Even more important, you may be forgetting to practice self care. Caregiving is a huge undertaking when most of us have busy lives of our own. Remembering to practice self care is key to successful caregiving. Self care for caregivers may seem counter intuitive. Aren't you supposed to [...]
Much of the aging population now lives in long term care facilities. Advocating for aging loved ones and finding the help you need is challenging. If you do not live nearby, it can be even more difficult. Yet there are ways to ensure your loved one is receiving the care they want and deserve. It is a big part of what we do at Arizona Elder Care. There are countless issues [...]
What was at the top of your to-do list in your 20's and 30's? Many millennials likely have graduating, getting a good job, traveling, and buying a home at the top of their lists. However, most don't even consider estate planning. Thinking about estate planning early on is important for success later in life. It is never too early to start thinking about estate planning. According to this USA Today [...]
