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Long-Term Care For Aging Parents And Their Four Legged Friends

Most of us understand how pets bring joy to people and why they are important. This is particularly true for older folks who may have lost loved ones and who have also lost regular human companionship. A dog or cat can provide that unconditional love we all need. More assisted…

Carolyn RosenblattMay 1, 2018

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Aging Parents With Alzheimer's Disease: Reducing Your Own Risk

Fear of getting Alzheimer's disease or dementia has overtaken fear of developing cancer among our aging population. There are numerous treatments for cancer, some offering true hope of mitigating the diseases. The same is not true for Alzheimer's. There is still too much we just don't know. Treatment is in discussion among…

Carolyn RosenblattMarch 29, 2018

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Should You Hire A Care Manager for Your Aging Parents?

By Carolyn Rosenblatt, RN, Elder Law Attorney Many of us are probably unfamiliar with the concept of care managers. That may be because geriatric care management is not a clear-cut, licensed profession like nursing or social work. Further, they now call themselves Aging Life Care Managers, a catchall title that…

Carolyn RosenblattMarch 23, 2018

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Stubborn Aging Parents Who Want To Age In Place: What You Need To Consider

By Carolyn Rosenblatt, RN, Elder law attorney, consultant When asked, about 90% of elders will say that they don't want to go to any kind of "home" as they get older. They want to stay in their own homes. Aging in place can be more of a fantasy than a…

Carolyn RosenblattMarch 20, 2018

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Smart Dietary Tips to Help Your Aging Parent with Dementia

Living with aging parents suffering from dementia can be a tough time for all members of the household. It’s something a lot of people are dealing with, as the World Health Organization estimates that over 50 million people in the world currently suffer from the condition. Aging Parents previously touched…

Carolyn RosenblattMarch 20, 2018

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Ten Step Checklist For Smart Retirees

Ten Step Checklist For Smart Retirees Reaching retirement age is maturity, and a different responsibility for us and to our loved ones. Every person needs a checklist to ensure that their new status includes preparing their families with essential information and paperwork 1- Decide whom you want to communicate…

Carolyn RosenblattMarch 16, 2018

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Aging Parents And Women’s Day: Let's Look At Inequality In Caregiving

Women in our country have gotten a lot of attention lately with focus on sexual harassment, domestic violence and unequal treatment by employers. There is another important area that is not getting attention in the focus on women: the role of caregiver for aging parents. This role, too, spreads responsibility…

Carolyn RosenblattMarch 9, 2018

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Who Will Decide For You About Medical Care In Your Last Days?

Many of us will be impaired at some point late in life. We may need someone to articulate our wishes about healthcare as we near our end. How do we choose the right person or persons? What do they need to know? The American Bar Association offers a free Consumer's Tool…

Carolyn RosenblattFebruary 21, 2018

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A Little Known Right For Loved Ones In Rehab Facilities

Most of another, or us, at one time, know someone who has to spend time in a long-term care facility. It could be an aging parent, a friend or you yourself. These places are called "rehab", nursing homes, long-term care homes or skilled nursing facilities. What makes them different from…

Carolyn RosenblattJanuary 22, 2018

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Holidays And Aging Parents: Look For These 5 Red Flags

Visits with your aging parents often are a wake-up call this time of year. Perhaps you haven't seen your loved ones for some time and when you do, it's startling. Aging can be a gradual process for some but for others, the changes accelerate so fast it shocks those who…

Carolyn RosenblattDecember 8, 2017

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