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Why your Will needs the advice of an attorney
In spite of your best efforts, you may end up with a document that is no more effective than a notarized grocery list. Writing your own Will can be like pulling your own tooth with a pair of pliers rather than going to the dentist.
Alzheimer’s Network Program and Services
As Alzheimer’s worsens over time, going from early stages to advanced, the responsibilities of the caregiver grow as well. All too often they are not prepared nor do they have an outlet to help them cope with the progressive loss of their loved one. Alzheimer's network program and services is here to help.
How to choose a trustee
Choosing a Trustee is not something to take lightly. When you have a living Trust, the bulk of your assets are owned by the Trust and, therefore, under the control of the Trustee.
Estate planning
Estate Planning: often avoided because “Estate planning is too confusing” or “I don’t have anything to leave behind.” By having an estate plan, however, one offers one’s family members peace of mind during a difficult period.
Creative ways to save on healthcare costs for seniors
Feeling the pinch on your retirement pocketbook because of medical bills and healthcare needs? There are easier ways for seniors to stretch a dollar when it comes to their health and wellbeing. Don’t miss these 9 go-to tips:
What is skilled nursing?
Is it the right time? What is skilled nursing? How much will it cost? These are great questions! Here is some basic information to get the answers you need!
3 reasons to start saving for senior care
You might not be thinking about saving for senior care just yet, we get it. The trouble is if you’re not saving for your future, who is?
Who “Needs” hearing aids?
If YOU want to hear better than you presently are, then you may be helped by hearing aids or some other assisted listening device.
The Rogue Valley Council of Governments Senior and Disability Services (RVCOG SDS)
The Rogue Valley Council of Governments Senior and Disability Services (RVCOG SDS) is the gateway for anyone to access information and services that will help people who:
A closer look at in-home care
care for loved ones is an important decision that should not be considered lightly, and in-home care is something to consider.
Trends in senior fitness
So what’s hot with senior fitness this year? Check out the 6 latest senior fitness trends:
There’s an app for that
You find yourself lacking energy, over run by your to-do list and needing a moment to breathe. Thankfully, however, there is an app for almost anything we can imagine.
Why should I use a Referral Agency?
The time saved by the family seeking help from a referral agency is better used to get the senior integrated into their new environment and to get the whole family back on track
Alzheimer’s Association— We’re here for you day or night
The Alzheimer’s Association serves the estimated 62,000 Oregonians living with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias as well as their loved ones and caregivers.
Home Health Care vs In-home Care
Home health care and in-home care can work with a patient/client as separate entities or together in a collaboration that meets each patient’s individual needs. Even though they provide different services they serve the same goal of meeting you where you are, at home.
Avoid the hospital: Why choose in-home care?
In-home caregivers can help our aging loved one and bridge the gap between the hospital and home and can meet the needs of our clients.
Caring for a loved one with memory loss: Are you ready to time travel?
When caring for or visiting with a loved one with memory loss, try to meet them where they are. If he is in the war in 1940, be fighting right alongside him in 1940.
Aging: What are the warning signs?
Don’t wait until something tragic happens. Go to a doctor to review medications and change of conditions. Build a safety net of attentive family and friends.
3 Steps to lock in the best long-term care and save money
It is easy to quickly find yourself sitting on top of a pile of bills. What is decided and disseminated while you are navigating housing and care options can ensure an outcome that will either save or cost you money.
5 steps to help sell your home
The process to sell your home can be intimidating. Are you like many folks looking at the many wonderful community options, thinking this could be a good fit for me and then hitting a total road block when you realize you need to sell your home as part of your move? If you have you […]