Category: Choosing Care

Is it Too Soon to Transition to Skilled Care?

When is it time to move a loved one from living on their own (or with some support) to skilled care? There’s no bright line to be crossed, but families can explore a number of factors as part of the decision including: how well loved ones perform activities of daily living, manage responsibilities like home

What You Need to Know About End-of-Life Care

Is it time for hospice? Are hospice and palliative care the same thing? Is hospice only for cancer patients? If you’re asking these questions, you’re not alone. Many families are confronted with questions about end-of-life care as their loved one ages, receives a new terminal diagnosis, or continues to battle an existing condition like congestive

What You Can Expect With Skilled Care (And 4 Red Flags to Watch For)

Is it time for assisted living or long term care? Are dad’s memory issues a normal part of aging or a sign it’s time for memory care? What’s the difference between rehabilitation and long term care – isn’t it all just nursing homes anyway? Take a deep breath. If you’re searching for answers and finding

Navigating Ways to Pay for Skilled Care

Whether you or a loved one experiences a major medical event that requires short-term rehabilitation or skilled long-term care, after thinking about the quality of care your top question will be, “How do I cover the costs?” Paying for rehabilitation or long-term care can feel stressful and confusing. Government programs, private insurance, and self-pay options

11 Must-Ask Questions for Senior Care Facility Tours

We’ve been there, too. While you’re looking at facilities that meet your geographic needs, you’ll have a long list of questions tailored to what’s most important for your peace of mind, too. Make sure your list includes these must-ask questions (#7 will surprise you!). What is the resident to caregiver ratio? The answer to this