5 Reasons to Purchase a Medical Alert System for a Senior Parent
Medical alert systems are emergency technologies that facilitate medical assistance during a health crisis. These tools are well-suited for seniors due to elevated risks of accidents and health concerns. Most of the systems simply require seniors to wear a necklace or...
Water Safety Tips to Protect Your Grandchildren This Summer
Did you know that drowning is one of the leading causes of accidental death for children? Unfortunately, this risk only increases as summertime visits to grandma and grandpa in Florida offer plenty of exposure to pools, lakes, beaches, and other sources of...
How Florida Seniors Can Plan to Stay Safe During a Hurricane
It’s never too early for Florida seniors to plan for hurricane season. From June 1st through November 30th, the Florida peninsula is at risk of being battered by the massive storms. While this comes as no surprise to Floridians, unfortunately, Florida seniors are...
Long-Term Care Considerations in Light of the Changes to the VA Pension Rules
Did you know that research continues to tell us that over fifty percent of all seniors over the age of 65 will need some form of long-term care in the future? Whether this is care inside the home or outside of it, long-term care can be costly for the Florida senior...
Tips for Protecting Senior Parents from Elder Abuse When They Live Out of State
Every year on June 15th, the United Nations spearheads World Elder Abuse Awareness Day. It is an opportunity to recognize the challenges facing Older Americans, and to help protect vulnerable older populations around the world from the growing epidemic of abuse. In...
Tips on Protecting Your Legacy With Comprehensive Estate Planning This National Older Americans Month
One of the best ways to ensure that your assets are transferred properly can be through estate planning this National Older Americans Month. Your plan does not have to be complicated to work well for you and your loved ones. Unfortunately, most of us believe that it...
The Problems of Ancillary Probate
Did you know property you own in another state, such as a vacation home or a car, could become an issue after you pass away? Depending on how your estate is set up, it might be subject to a court process known as ancillary probate. We know you want your loved ones to...
4 Tips for Helping Older Parents Prep Meals This Upcoming National Older Americans Month
Did you know every May is National Older Americans Month? In fact, National Older Americans Month was established in 1963. This coming month we will take time to honor and celebrate senior adults, and recognize the many ways they contribute to the lives of others. As...
Reasons Why An Elder Loved One with Dementia May Be At Risk of Abuse
More than 5 million American seniors have reportedly experienced some type of abuse. Unfortunately, the rate among those with dementia is exponentially higher than other elder victims. The main reason is because seniors with dementia struggle to communicate their...
Resources That Every Unexpected Caregiver Needs
Becoming a caregiver is a selfless, but sometimes, unexpected role. While the National Academy of Sciences estimates that the largest percentage of caregivers, around 25 percent, are between the ages of 45 and 54, approximately 15 percent of caregivers are between 20...