Long overdue improvements may be coming to the Medicare and Medicaid program for Long-Term Care facility regulation. The first update in over 20 years has been proposed by the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services.
There may come a time where you need to select a nursing home facility for your loved one. Remember, not every nursing home is the same! Make sure you do your research before you sign on the dotted line.
It is entire likely that if your elderly loved one is happy and healthy, they are enjoying an active libido. Remember, as long as your loved ones are safe and happy, it's normal to continue on with their sexual life at an advanced age.
There are many battles we must fight as caregivers. Make life easier for yourself and your elderly loved ones by letting the the things that don't really matter go.
Nursing home facility contracts can be confusing to your elderly loved ones. Make sure you understand their contractual agreements so you can help them when there are problems.
Increasingly, caregivers are unpaid family members. Employers are starting to notice this trend, and creating Eldercare benefits to help them attract top tier employees.
If you don't live near your loved ones, it is difficult to make an accurate assessment of the level of care they need. Take advantage of professionals who are there determine the type of care your loved one needs.
Like when we were teens, sometimes our parents can be embarrassing. It's important to remember, that they are adults, and are capable of making their own decisions.
It is essential to closely supervise any hired caregivers. It is understandable that sometimes an accident may happen. However, when there is a pattern of incidents, it is important to investigate and solve the problems immediately.