Betsy Gold

Broken Bones And Bank Accounts: Warning Signs Of Elder Abuse

Burn marks, bruising, poor hygiene, and broken bones are the telltale indicators of physical elder abuse and an astute observer can typically spot these signs easily.

3 Practical Strategies for Family Caregivers

Though providing care for an aging parent may start as a sprint, it often becomes a marathon.

Four Things to Know Before Hiring a Caregiver for a Senior with Alzheimer's

Sometimes you notice that Mom has lost a step or that Dad is having trouble getting around the house, and you decide it’s time to consider hiring a caregiver to help.

How to Protect Your Senior from Financial Abuse

Is your senior safe from financial abuse? You might be surprised.

Why Educating Your Caregiver is a Win-Win

It’s common for your loved one’s needs to change over time. If you’re lucky, you have a trusted caregiver who really connects with your senior, understands his or her needs, and is responsive to your input and concerns.

How to Make Your Senior's Home Safe After a Hospital Visit

Many families don’t realize how much a loved one’s health has deteriorated until a fall lands them in the hospital.

Alternatives to Driving: Creative Ways to Help Your Senior Get Around

At some point, a drive out with your aging mother or father becomes a bit more complicated than hopping into the passenger seat.

How to screen a caregiver (or as importantly, how NOT to screen a caregiver)

Perhaps the greatest amount of anxiety regarding home care surrounds the concept of letting a stranger into your loved one’s home.

How to Help Your Senior Avoid Loneliness While Aging in Place

Aging in place

With nearly 8 out of 10 seniors preferring to stay in their home as long as possible according to AARP, chances are...

When Your Senior Needs Care, You Need a Support Network

Finding care for your aging parent is a huge responsibility and it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. Can your dad age in place, or do you need to consider a residential facility? Should you hire a private caregiver or a licensed home health aide?

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