Most seniors love their homes and want to stay there. They worked hard all their life to obtain their personal property, and their home represents that and tells a story of a person’s journey and interests. As a person ages, their body may decline, and adjustments may be implemented to keep this goal. Aging people […]

There are various ways to pay for caregivers. Health insurance does not cover these services because caregivers do not provide medical treatment. Therefore, most people pay for this private service out of pocket. The person being cared for or a family member pays caregivers. A caregiver can be an individual or a caregiver that works […]

There are three options for taking care of people at home: Personal Care and Companionship  This is where a caregiver comes into someone’s home. A caregiver helps with everyday activities like bathing or showering, dressing, meal preparation, transferring from a bed or chair, walking, or using the toilet. The caregiver may also help with light housekeeping. […]

As a person ages, there might come a time when they will need help with their Activities of Daily Living (ADLs). This would be an excellent time to evaluate if a caregiver should come in. Everyone has different situations, so there are different types of caregivers. Most of the time, the payment for caregivers is out […]

Finding the right caregiver can take time. There are two types of caregivers people hire. First, a caregiver works for themselves, which often seems cheaper, but does not have insurance (business or workers’ compensation). Therefore, there is no care if they become sick or have a personal emergency. Also, if they injure themselves while caring for your […]

As a loved one ages and develops mobility and health issues, it may be time to re-evaluate their living situation. There is no one answer since everyone’s circumstances are different. There are several home options, so choose which is right for your loved one. ADUs (Accessory Dwelling Units) ADUs are independent living areas on the […]