Taxes for Seniors in 2019 | Tax Changes Seniors Need to Know About
The older we get, the more shocking it is to see how little money there is tucked away. This is especially true considering most people don’t have a real plan, nor do they put enough money into retirement accounts. Deductions and exemptions indirectly reduce your household income tax, which affects how much tax you owe […]
What Do Seniors Want & Need From Their Adult Children?
As parents age, the relationship between them and their adult children often comes to a bit of a crisis. Roles start reversing, and this can cause some tension and confusion. Relationships that were clear and comfortable may no longer be so; those that were already problematic may come to a boiling point. Or, aging parents […]
How to Budget Your Time to Become Your Parent’s Caregiver
As our parents get older, you may find yourself helping them with more and more tasks and activities. Taking care of one’s parent is, without a doubt, one of the most gratifying activities that one could ever undertake. After all, this is the person who nurtured you. However, over time, they will need help with […]
Vacations for Family Caregivers | How In-Home Care Can Help
The struggle to balance home life, a job, and marriage, can be overwhelming sometimes. Now, add in the role of being a primary caregiver to an aging parent or spouse, and the stress doubles. Indeed, trying to maintain everything and retain your sanity can be almost impossible. What you need is a long, relaxing vacation […]
Healthy Foods for In-Home Caregivers to Feed Senior Patients
Good nutrition is an essential factor in maintaining long term health. Proper nutrition is especially important for seniors, as they face daily challenges in being able to prepare and eat nutritionally balanced, healthy meals. Seniors that require in-home care and other assisted services need proper care and attention placed on feeding to maintain and improve […]
U.S. Vacations for Seniors with Limited Mobility
If you are a senior with limited mobility, you may feel that you have very few options when thinking about taking a vacation. You may be concerned that the destination you choose won’t be wheelchair accessible or easy to navigate using a cane or a walker. You are likely worried that your vacation will end […]