In recent years, private equity (PE) firms have been buying more nursing homes and companies that own nursing homes. What seems at first like a simple shift in ownership can have significant consequences for residents, staff, and families trying to…
In the past several months, the Social Security Administration (SSA) has made several changes that are impacting beneficiary experiences. Chatbots Earlier this year, SSA began using an AI-based Chatbot for its national 1-800 phone system. This means that immediately upon…
Caring for a family member who is unable to fully care for themselves can offer a sense of purpose and meaning. However, it can be an all-consuming responsibility. For one, many family caregivers sacrifice their careers to care for a…
When Bruce Willis was diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia (FTD) in 2023 after a 2022 diagnosis of aphasia, his family faced the need to reassess how to best care for him. This past August, his wife, Emma Heming Willis, revealed that Bruce had…
Most people tend to marry someone who is within a few years of their own age. As a result, many married couples share the same cultural touchstones, social memories, and general values. Certain phases of life often coincide as they…
Dementia has a way of never touching just one person. It takes over the mind of the sufferer and the life of the caregiver, one subtle backward step at a time. But there is hope! Whether your life is touched…
Most may be unaware of the existence of Veteran’s benefits, but once discussed, the myriad of options can be overwhelming. Join us as we cover the types of benefits available, as well as coverage and application procedures. Click on the…
For seniors with cognitive or physical impairment, high-tech safety devices have evolved into user friendly must haves. In this presentation, we will consider different types of technology and gadgets that can increase your loved one’s safety and independence, along with…
Long-term care in a skilled nursing facility is very expensive and most people are not able to sustain the cost of it for very long. An alternative for many people is to apply for Medicaid and receive assistance from the…
Plan A usually includes spending our last dollars and dying peacefully in our sleep. But Plan A rarely happens. Plan B might include getting care in your home, moving to a nursing home, or anything in between. Join the discussion…