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How to Protect Seniors from Work-at-Home Schemes Did you know that con artists who prey on innocent seniors, sparking their interest with work-at-home or get rich quick schemes, exploit people to the tune of $400 billion annually? Appealing Scams. These tempting scams lure hundreds of innocent adults each week. Work-at-home scams vary from the promise of earning thousands per month…
Power of Attorney 101 If your loved one were to become incapacitated and unable to make important decisions independently, what would you do? Perhaps not the most uplifting of conversations, but considering these situations and how to handle them should be a priority, especially if you have aging parents, close friends, or elderly family members. Putting a simple legal framework…
Seniors: Avoiding Phone Scams Unfortunately, con artists frequently target our aging loved ones through phone scams and other fraudulent telemarketing activities. Con artists target seniors because they are gracious and trusting and likely to have excellent credit and a nice savings account. Moreover, when elders are victims of fraud, they may be ashamed and reluctant to report the crime. When…
Agency vs. Registry More often than not family members, when faced with the responsibility of finding a quality home health care provider, are presented with many important decisions. One of the most important decisions is whether to use a Home Health Care Agency or a Home Health Care Registry.In the State of Florida, Home Health Agencies are required by law…
What’s the Difference? Home Health Care Agencies vs. Nurse Registries Finding a highly competent and compassionate nurse to care for your loved one is critical. So when it’s time to find an experienced, reliable nurse or nursing assistant for home health care in South Florida, who do you contact? There are different types of businesses that provide nursing staff to…
What To Do When A Loved One Is Diagnosed With Parkinson’s Disease When someone is diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease, close friends and family members typically feel sadness and a sense of helplessness. Parkinson’s Disease is a progressive disorder, and the rate of disease progression may vary widely from one person to another. It can be difficult to accept the diagnosis,…
Great Gift Ideas for Your Aging Loved Ones As we approach the holidays, we think about the special gifts we can give our loved ones to demonstrate our affection. In the case of our elderly loved ones, perhaps the most precious gift you can provide is time — making time to spend together. Sharing a meal, taking a walk, or…
Healthier Eating for Seniors Learning to eat healthy is important for all of us. The nutrients we consume on a daily basis support our physical and emotional health. Eating the right mix of foods and liquids provides energy and helps us maintain a healthy weight. Failing to eat a variety of foods may lead to vitamin or mineral deficiencies, potentially…
Home Safety Modifications for Seniors with Disabilities Studies show that the large majority of seniors prefer to live at home as they age. Aging seniors feel comfort and safety in their own home. And even when seniors have disabilities, they can live independently in their own homes. The solution is home safety modifications designed to help individuals with disabilities be…