If you have a family member of advanced age who is in need of eldercare or is considering moving into a senior living community, you should talk to a senior living advisor, often also referred to as a senior care consultant, who works to help families and elderly individuals make the right housing and care choices for the elderly individual in question.
A Senior Living Advisor Provides a Personal Touch
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Broken hips are unfortunately common in senior citizens. As the bones become weaker and thinner in old age, breaks like these become a possibility from even minor falls and injuries. So if your loved one has already experienced a broken hip and is just now getting home, you might want to consider hiring someone to help them out. Here are a few good reasons why and what you should do.
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If your loved one is a resident of an assisted living facility, you may not be able to visit them as much as you'd like. The current pandemic has caused a disruption in visits. In fact, most assisted living facilities have closed their doors to visitors. That doesn't mean there's no way to keep in contact with your loved one. Here are four steps you can take to stay in contact with your loved one during the pandemic.
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When you are examining Medicare supplement plans during the open enrollment period, you need to carefully consider the cost of your Medicare plan and how it impacts your life. Keep in mind that costs can change from year-to-year, so don't assume that your healthcare costs will be the same with your current plan next year.
Consideration #1: Your Current Financial Situation
First, you need to carefully consider your current financial situation.
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For individuals that have lost the ability to safely live on their own, moving into an assisted living community can be among the best options available. Unfortunately, there can be a considerable misunderstanding when it comes to the type of care that individuals will receive once they are living in one of these communities.
Are All Assisted Living Facilities Capable Of Providing Skilled Care?
It is important for patients to appreciate the difference between assisted living and skilled nursing support.
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