by Robyn | Mar 25, 2022 | Helping Mom & Dad
As our parents need for care increases, so do the costs. What if your parent can’t afford to pay for the care he or she needs? Two helpful websites can help you locate affordable and subsidized senior housing, resources and services. Find Help to Pay for Your Parent’s...
by Robyn | Jul 9, 2021 | Helping Mom & Dad
When you or a loved one needs help with personal care, you may want to hire someone privately to help. Once you agree on a wage, it’s tempting to simply write that person a check or send a Venmo payment. STOP! When Hiring a Private Caregiver Follow the Rules. Before...
by Robyn | Mar 16, 2021 | Helping Mom & Dad
This guest blog, Guiding Your Senior Loved Ones Toward a Move to Assisted Living, was written by Lydia Chan owner of the Alzheimer’s Caregiver website. When it comes to senior living, it can be argued that assisted living is the best choice. It is the best of both...
by Robyn | Feb 22, 2021 | Helping Mom & Dad
Before the pandemic, I traveled to work in person with many of my older clients. COVID-19 changed that. Suddenly, I was figuring out ways to provide services remotely with individuals who need support to manage their personal finances and who find computer technology...
by Robyn | Dec 13, 2020 | Helping Mom & Dad, Housing, Planning for Aging in Place
You may be ready to consider moving to an assisted living facility. Perhaps you no longer want to maintain a house. Perhaps you need just a little bit of assistance each day. Or, perhaps you want to be closer to your peers and social activities. No matter the reason,...
by Robyn | Oct 12, 2020 | COVID-19, Helping Mom & Dad, Retirement
Not only are older adults at high risk of contracting COVID-19, but many older Americans are also experiencing economic hardship in the wake of the pandemic. There are many reasons contributing to this. Millions of adults ages 65 and older were working at the...
