There are hundreds of thousands of people in skilled nursing homes and assisted living facilities. Unfortunately, too many of these residents do not get the care or services they deserve.To protect yourself and your loved ones from inadequate care, there are some...
Care Planning
Care coordination for aging parents can provide peace of mind
People are living longer in Colorado and the question of how to do that gracefully is on the forefront of many people's minds. One term frequently heard is "age in place," which is the considered the best scenario and allows a person to remain at home. There are...
Setting up a special needs trust for your child
You have taken care of your special needs child since birth. You know how important it is to protect and support him or her. You've experienced firsthand the extra care needed. As you get older and begin the process of estate planning, you will likely want to set up a...
Care planning: Paying for a nursing home
Though most people hope that they'll never have need for a nursing home, the reality is that many people will eventually live in one. Families here in Colorado want the best for their loved ones and want to be sure that a chosen nursing home will provide proper care,...
Living arrangements for the golden years
There is no question that medical advancements allow people to live longer, fuller lives. Many people require specific levels of support to maximize their independence while maintaining optimal health care. To meet these needs, the options for seniors can seem endless...
Don’t forget to include this important part of care coordination
When making plans for the future, there are a lot of things to consider. One of them is what would happen in the event that a Colorado resident is no longer able able to make decisions on his or her own behalf. There are estate-planning documents that can help with...
Indispensable Caregiver Apps
Imagine a resource that can suggest simple adjustments around your home that will help someone with dementia live at home longer or put an elder at ease with songs from their youth. Then imagine fitting it in your hand. Here are a few of the apps that make life easier...
The burdens of care can be addressed in an estate plan
There are many things someone in Colorado may plan for. A longed-for vacation, a child's education and retirement are just a few things for which it takes time to build an adequate savings. Starting early can reduce the stress and allow one to truly enjoy these...
Need for care services may be met with in-home help
For many in Colorado, the thought of declining health as they age can be frightening. Along with the uncertainty that an illness brings, there is the ever-increasing cost of health care, especially long-term care. When seniors consider their need for care services,...
When nursing homes are understaffed
Accepting the fact that one of your parents may fare better in a nursing home or continuing care facility can be tough, and the process of finding that ideal assisted living situation often proves to be, as well. When you place your loved in in a residential home,...
