Avoiding Scams While on Vacation
Vacation means we can let our guard down and be carefree, right? Unfortunately, in this technological age, the answer is no.
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Jun 6, 2017
IRS Offers Tips for Disaster Preparedness
If you're responsible for the care of an elderly loved one, how will you respond if a natural disaster strikes?
May 9, 2017
Can Meditation Help Caregivers?
Caregivers may benefit from meditation as a technique for helping to reduce stress and improve overall wellbeing.
Apr 13, 2017
“Can you hear me?” It’s the latest scam.
If you get a call like this, know that you’re being targeted by the latest scam sweeping the nation.
Apr 12, 2017
GUEST COLUMN: In-Home Care Allows Seniors to Maintain Independence
When physical capabilities diminish, in-home care is considered by many to be one of the most desirable options.
Sep 23, 2016
GUEST COLUMN: Securing Quality In-Home Care
If you need a caregiver but aren’t sure whether to work through an agency or hire someone yourself, here's where to start your search.
Sep 23, 2016
Sidestepping Senior Scams
Senior citizens are targeted more frequently by financial fraudsters and scam artists than any other age group.
Jun 26, 2016
Exercising the Right to Vote
Plan now to secure elderly loved ones’ right to vote in this November’s historic election.
Jun 25, 2016
Down the River and Through the Woods – A Family Care Partner’s Journey
Linda Arndt navigated the long-term care maze during her mother’s dementia journey.
Mar 26, 2016
Dementia and Hearing Loss
Seventy-one percent of people over age 70 are affected by hearing loss. Add dementia to the mix and things can be even more difficult.
Jan 24, 2016
Hiring a Caregiver – Step 2: Write a Job Description
Once you have identified the types of help you need, writing a job description is the next step.
Jan 24, 2016
Hiring a Caregiver – Step 1: Assess Needs
Start by assessing both your needs as a caregiver and the needs of the person you are caring for.
Jan 19, 2016
Hiring a Caregiver – Introduction
When you realize that you need help, how do you go about hiring that help? This series of articles explains the basics.
Jan 19, 2016
Hiring a Caregiver – Step 6: Understand Your Responsibilities
Hire directly or work through and agency? This article explains the tradeoffs.
Jan 19, 2016
Hiring a Caregiver – Step 5: Evaluate Candidates
When your recruiting efforts net a pool of interested applicants, how do you choose which one to hire?
Jan 19, 2016
Hiring a Caregiver – Step 4: Locate Candidates
Where can you find candidates for your caregiver job? This article lays out a few options.
Jan 19, 2016
Hiring a Caregiver – Step 3: Develop a Job Contract
The job contract formalizes the agreement between you, the employer, and the person you hire.
Jun 26, 2015
GUEST COLUMN: The Who, What & Where of Home Care
What is home care? This article explains the basics.
Jun 26, 2015
Beware the Grandparent Scam
The Grandparent Scam is so simple and so devious because it preys upon one of older adults’ most reliable assets: their hearts.
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