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Holiday Talks: Essential Estate Planning and Tech Safety for Aging Family Members

Matthew S. Fedor, Lindsey M. Mead — Fri, 13 Dec 2024 09:00:01 -0500

Now is a busy time for businesses as they wrap things up before year-end. But the holiday season can be stressful for a different reason when the owner or some of the employees are responsible for the care of aging family members on top of working full-time.

Resources for Seniors and Caregivers

Matthew S. Fedor, Lindsey M. Mead — Mon, 24 Jul 2023 09:00:02 -0400

There are different types of care services available for elders and their caregivers, both in-person and online. Below, we will explore educational, financial, recreational, and supportive service options that can help develop a community for the senior in your life and for yourself in the caregiver role.

Choosing the Right Housing Situation for Your Elderly Loved One

Matthew S. Fedor, Lindsey M. Mead — Wed, 31 May 2023 09:00:03 -0400

In a world where we are living longer, elder housing choices have become more plentiful and commonplace; but the terms used to describe these options have also created confusion. What is the difference between a home for the aged and an independent senior community? Is my loved one ready for a hospice center, or is a nursing home a better fit at this stage?