The complete guide to Senior Care Planning
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Legal: Getting a senior's affairs in order
From an advance directive to a will, tending to must-do paperwork can provide valuable peace of mind. Consider working with an attorney to get these legal documents in order.
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What an elder law attorney does — and why you might need one
An elder law attorney can be crucial for older adults. Here's what they do and when it's a good idea...
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The 4 legal documents every adult should have
It’s all too easy to put off getting your legal paperwork in order. But when a major crisis hits —...
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5 questions to ask yourself before making a will
Most of us know that we should have a will — it’s just a matter of getting around to doing it. Regardless...
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Power of attorney: Know the types and how to draft a form
A power of attorney (POA) form is a legal document saying you’re granting someone else (the attorney-in-fact) the power to...
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What’s the difference between an advance directive and a DNR?
If you’re ever unable to make your own medical decisions, the paperwork you’ve set up ahead of time can be...
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Finances: How to budget, save and pay for care
When it comes to paying for care, there is no one-size-fits-all solution. Families can piece together funding based on their own care needs and finances.
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5 tough financial conversations to have with your aging parents — and how to tackle them
Don't know how to talk to aging parents about finances? Here, experts offer advice for this tricky situation.
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4 ways to pay for long-term care with life insurance
Regardless of how healthy and fit you are now, the chances are good that you or your spouse may need...
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7 practical ways to pay for long-term care
Aren't sure how to pay for long term care? These seven options allow for quality care without a bottomless bank...
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Yes, a family member can get paid to be a caregiver: All the details
Can a family member get paid to be a caregiver? Yes! Here are several programs that allow you to get...
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Options: Senior care basics to know
Even in the planning stages, it’s important for you and your senior loved one to get to know what care options are available for aging adults.
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8 senior care options: How to choose the best fit for your aging loved one
Understand the differences between senior care options so you can choose the right fit for yourself or loved a one.
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How to talk to aging parents about their future care
If you're unsure about how to talk to aging parents about their future, check out our expert advice on navigating...
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Family dynamics: How to navigate relationships
You may currently be facing shifting dynamics with your older loved one as well as with other family members. It’s a case for extra communication and discussing your caregiving action plan with everyone involved.
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6 ways to prepare for the senior caregiving journey
The oft-circuitous journey of caring for aging parents catches many of us off guard. As our parents enter the challenging...
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Caring for an aging parent? Try these 8 tips to smooth the transition from child to caregiver
It may seem strange to become a caregiver to the person who once changed your own diapers. But caring for...
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When your sibling’s caregiving falls short, here’s how to help
Learn to recognize when a sibling is struggling as a primary caregiver for an older loved one and get expert...
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