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A & A Pension
Aid and Attendance Pension The Aid and Attendance pension benefit may be available to wartime veterans and surviving spouses who have in-home care or who live in nursing-homes or assisted-living facilities. Although this is not a new program, not everyone is aware of his or her potential eligibility. “Veterans have earned this benefit by their […]
In-Home Monitoring Technology Empowers Elderly
In-Home Monitoring Technology Empowers Elderly Most of us take self-reliance for granted, and it’s something we can’t imagine losing. Becoming dependent on others just to get through the day can have devastating emotional and physical effects. For an elderly person moving into a long-term care facility, it means a loss of self-sufficiency and leaving behind […]
Share The Joy During the Holidays
Share The Joy During the Holidays Tips to Help Caregiver’s and Those Living With Alzheimer’s Disease The hustle and bustle of the holidays comes to every household. When you are caring for someone with Alzheimer’s it’s not all “joy”. The shift in routine, decorations, and influx of visitors can put a damper on everyone’s holiday […]
Every Home Needs a Little Attention
Every Home Needs a Little Attention Even a dream home will turn into a nightmare if regular maintenance is not part of your standard routine. In your home, as in life, few things are maintenance free. Despite the time and money it consumes, preventive home maintenance is far more cost effective than the crisis management […]
Be Cautious As You Invest
Be Cautious As You Invest Does it sound too good to be true? It’s essential to ask yourself this question when a “can’t fail” investment opportunity comes your way. In today’s sluggish economy it is tempting to grab at an offer to make up the losses in your retirement nest egg. Unfortunately there are people […]
Oregon’s Ombudsman Program
Oregon’s Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program The Long-Term Ombudsman Program advocates for quality of life and care for residents in nursing homes, residential care, assisted living facilities, and adult foster care homes. Federal and state authority mandates ombudsmen to identify, investigate, and resolve complaints made by, or on behalf of, residents and to provide services to […]
Choosing a Caregiver for Loved Ones
Choosing a Caregiver for Loved Ones Selecting a home care provider is a much more challenging process as there is a large range of experience, and professionalism. Here are a few insights to help guide your decision-making to make the best choice. Is the home care agency licensed by the State of Oregon? The State […]
Making Oregon Vital for Elders
Making Oregon Vital for Elders Making Oregon Vital for Elders (M.O.V.E.) is a statewide coalition of dedicated organizations and individuals united in changing the way Oregonians feel about health and long-term care for older adults. M.O.V.E. is a partner of the Pioneer Network, a national grass-roots organization committed to changing the culture of aging in […]
ADRC is Now Available Online
ADRC is Now Available Online NorthWest Senior & Disability Services (NWSDS) recently held an open house celebration to demonstrate the opportunities available through a new web-based portal called the Aging and Disability Resource Connection (ADRC). The concept of the ADRC is to provide a single source of access for information and assistance to seniors, people […]
White House Seeks $125 Billion for Veterans in 2011
White House Seeks $125 Billion for Veterans in 2011 To expand health care to a record-number of Veterans, reduce the number of homeless Veterans and process a dramatically increased number of new disability compensation claims, the White House has announced a proposed $125 billion budget next year for the Department of Veterans Affairs. “Our budget […]
Stop Senior Hunger
Stop Senior Hunger There is an epidemic facing many in our own community and across America. One sector of our community that suffers from hunger is our growing 65 and older population. Today, one in nine seniors is at risk of hunger. The Meals on Wheels Association of America projects that by 2025, an estimated […]
Why Are You So Tired During The Day?
Why Are You So Tired During The Day? One of the biggest factors affecting your quality of life, your health and longevity is the quality of sleep you get. This five question quiz can help you determine if you’re suffering from Sleep Apnea, a very common disorder that currently affects the lives of over 20 […]
A Continuing Care Retirement Community
A Continuing Care Retirement Community CCRCs provide a combination of living arrangements and services, typically all on one campus and can include: Independent living cottages or apartments; Supported or assisted living apartments; In-home support services; Specialized dementia care; Rehabilitative and/or long-term nursing care; Hospice care. Because CCRCs offer many services within the same campus, a […]
Checklist For Selecting A Care Community
Checklist For Selecting A Care Community Obtain a list of facilities in your desired location; many are included in this guide. Call the facilities you are interested in first; be prepared to briefly describe the care requirements of the person in need of placement, including such challenging behaviors as wandering, aggressiveness or specific health concerns. […]
Veterans Are You Getting What You Deserve?
Veterans: Are You Getting What You Deserve? Question: My dad is in a nursing home and needs help paying for care but he has too much money to get onto Medicaid. He is retired from the military, and I heard that the VA may be able to offer him some help. Is this true? Answer: Yes. […]
1941 Willamette University Football Team & Pearl Harbor
When news of the attack on Pearl Harbor was broadcast on radio Sunday, some of the first fears for Oregonians were for the Willamette University football team and fans in Honolulu. They had traveled to Hawaii for a series of post season games known as the Shrine Bowl against the University of Hawaii and San […]
Checklist for Selecting a Care Community
Checklist for Selecting a Care Community Where to start: Obtain a list of facilities in your desired location; many are included in the Retirement Connection Guide. Call the facilities you are interested in first; don’t wear yourself out visiting facilities that do not have openings. Be prepared to briefly describe the care requirements of the person […]
Top 10 Estate Planning Issues
Top 10 Estate Planning Issues As an Elder Law attorney, I am often asked “What is the biggest estate planning problem?”. My answer, “Failing to start”. The following is a list of issues to think about when preparing your estate plans. Almost all issues can be taken care of with a little thoughtful consideration, but […]
The Importance of Planning: Legally and Financially
The Importance of Planning: Legally and Financially The term “estate planning”, generally means making decisions now for times in the future when you may not be able to make decisions for yourself. Proper estate planning addresses both health care and financial decisions, during your lifetime and after your death. Having an estate plan in place […]
Protect Yourself Against Memory Loss
Can You Protect Yourself Against Memory Loss Besides age, there are eight factors that affect memory ability in older adulthood 1. Genetics (50%) 2. Cognitive stimulation 3. Other health conditions 4. Stress 5. Good sleep 6. Social support and engagement 7. Nutrition 8. Physical exercise No one has control over genetics, but there is hope […]