CNBC recently reported on 7 new tech devices for elder care. These products range from robotic pets to VR headsets. All of these suggest a changing landscape of technology being used to help people as they age.
Getting older or getting wiser? This article highlights residents in one care home in Missouri. They shared daily pictures with advice to younger generations – see the article here!
This recent New York Times article is an excellent read on long term care options. Many people are not excited to plan ahead for long term care, but it is necessary to be prepared. Read the article here.
If you or a loved one need assistance paying for long […]
Last year, NPR published an interesting article on unpaid caregivers. The article details examples of emotional support, as well as medical training offered to help them learn the tasks that they provide for their loved ones. Unpaid caregivers are an integral part of the health care system, and it […]
It is very common to mistake the roles of a Personal Representative and an agent under a Financial Power of Attorney. To understand the differences, we must compare when they are able to act and what they are able to do.
The Idaho Statesman published an article on new affordable housing apartments for seniors in Nampa. Amid all the news about rising housing and tax prices, this is welcome news for Boise area seniors. Read the article here.
It is important to plan ahead for long term care, contact our […]
Time recently published an article on the difficulties faced to feed America’s elderly population. The article notes that the hunger problem exacerbates strain on medical care, including Medicare and Medicaid programs.
Read the article here.
The New York Times recently published an article on family caregivers. The article notes how many children, especially daughters, have had to put their own lives, careers, and financial freedom on hold to care for their aging parents. Read the article here.
If you are struggling as a caregiver, […]
According to Newsweek, a team of scientists investigated why some people feel sleepy during the day years before they are diagnosed with Alzheimer’s. This study gained insight in to opportunities to treat Alzheimer’s, rather than just the symptoms.
Read about the study here.
According to the Coeur d’Alene and Post Falls Press, a Portland nonprofit ranked Idaho the 11th safest state for seniors in the country. This study looked at data including fraud, violent injury and poverty. Great news for Idaho’s aging population!
See the full rankings here.