Increased risk of financial abuse due to COVID isolation
The isolation generated by the COVID quarantines left seniors more vulnerable to scammers and increased potential for financial elder abuse.
Understanding the true costs of senior care
Mike’s column discusses the true costs of in-home versus institutional care for seniors.
Understanding residential options for seniors
When trying to determine the best residential options for an elder loved one, there are many choices. Exploring the differences is important both from a financial and a lifestyle perspective.
Speaking to seniors about money and care options
In his book, “How to Say it to Seniors: Closing the Communication Gap with our Elders,” David Solie explores the developmental crisis we experience as older adults. As children, teens, young adults, and mid-life adults we advance our development by experiencing and resolving a series of life-stage crises. It could be easy to believe by…
Whole family conversations lead to clarity
Involving the whole family in conversations about important topics, like the care plan for aging parents, can help families avoid making panic-driven decisions in times of crisis.
A thankless job for caregivers
Providing care for a aging loved one can be a daunting task. Reduce uncertainty by understanding more about the role before taking it on.