Caregiver Resources

How to Choose Between Assisted Living vs. In-Home Care for an Aging Adult: 3 Important Considerations

Posted by Sophie Bebeau on Wed Oct 19 2022

As parents and other family members age, we often get to a point where it's time to make that big decision: where will they live when they can't meet all their needs on their own anymore? For seniors who don't need the high-level, full-time medical care of a nursing home, in-home care or assisted living are the two best options. But how do you choose which is best for your loved one? This article serves as a simple guide to help you work through these three considerations so you can feel more confident in your decision. Read More

How to Sign as Power of Attorney for Your Elderly Parent in 4 Easy Steps

Posted by Sophie Bebeau on Wed Oct 19 2022

Becoming your parent’s power of attorney (or POA) can be an important step as they age, especially if they can no longer make sound decisions surrounding their own medical and financial responsibilities. When you become a POA for your parent, you are called the “agent,” and your parent is called the “principal.” Read More

5 Tips for Preventing Medicare Scams

Posted by Chad Birt on Mon Oct 17 2022

The Medicare Open Enrollment (MOE) period runs from October 15th to December 7th each year. If you or someone you care for is preparing to join a Medicare plan for the first time, it’s crucial you know how to spot and protect yourself from scams. These tips can help: Read More

The Legend of the “Cranky Old Man”

Posted by Sophie Bebeau on Mon Oct 17 2022

If you’re a caregiver or nurse, you may have stumbled across the poem “Cranky Old Man” at some point. This is a poem that emotionally describes the thoughts of an elderly man at the end of his life and has been shared widely over the years, touching both young and old alike. Read More