Do you have an older loved one who still insists on getting behind the wheel? You are not alone. As the Baby Boomer generation ages, there are concerns about a large population of elderly drivers on the road.
It’s a common story among blended families: an aging parent becomes ill and the parent’s biological children clash with the parent’s spouse. While some of these disagreements are generally small, there are times when the disagreements are not only great, but the child also fears for the parent’s health and …
There are many issues to take into account when choosing a care facility for a loved one suffering from Alzheimer’s disease. Beyond the care provided at a typical nursing home or assisted living, facilities that specialize in Alzheimer’s care must be equipped to handle a variety of issues such as memory loss, loss of speech and the eventual loss of all cognitive functions.
The prospect of your spouse entering a nursing home for long-term care can be daunting, especially with all of the logistical issues and care coordination concerns that accompany such a move. Financial planning for Medi-Cal eligibility can add more stress, since there are strict asset and income limits that must be adhered to by both the spouse in need of care and the healthy spouse, otherwise known as the well spouse, in order to receive the benefits. One way couples plan for Medi-Cal eligibility is through the use of annuities.
