Understanding the CCRC Health Evaluation Requirement: When Is the Right Time to Move?
To confirm that you meet the facility’s contractual health requirements, you may need to complete a health questionnaire and undergo a medical exam before moving to a CCRC. Why do they require this…and will you pass their test?
Care, Connection, and a Break for Caregivers: How Adult Day Services Support Aging at Home
Caring for an older adult who has mobility limits, chronic illness, or dementia can raise big questions: How can they stay connected, safe, and active … and how can family caregivers get regular, reliable breaks? Adult day services (ADS), also called adult day care, adult day health services, or adult day services centers (ADSC), are [...]
Considering a ‘Gray Marriage’? What to Know Before Saying ‘I Do’ in Later Life
While there are many positives to committing to a person you love, seniors should also consider the legal, financial, and emotional issues that can arise from a new marriage in their Golden Years.
Is It Wise to Use a Reverse Mortgage to Pay for Long-Term Care?
Planning for the cost of long-term care can be one of the toughest financial challenges many families face. Whether utilizing in-home caregivers or moving to an assisted living or skilled nursing facility, long-term care costs can add up quickly, leaving older adults and their children searching for funding solutions. For homeowners, one often-overlooked option is [...]
What Is The Difference Between Palliative Care and Hospice Care?
A serious health issue often brings difficult choices for the patient and their loved ones about treatment, comfort, and quality of life. Two terms that families frequently encounter in such situations are palliative care and hospice care. These care services can share some common goals, however palliative care and hospice care are used at different [...]
A Guide to The Stages of Retirement Planning
Retirement is not a single event; it is a journey that unfolds over several distinct stages. Each stage comes with unique financial considerations, lifestyle changes, and decisions that shape your long-term security and peace of mind. Understanding these stages can help you prepare, adjust, and thrive throughout retirement. Whether you are still working, preparing [...]