The Desire to Age in Place There’s no place like home. A recent AARP survey of adults shows that 76% of Americans age 50 and older say they prefer to remain in their current home. Merrill Lynch also found that most retirees want to age in place. About 85% prefer to receive extended care in Read More
After the diagnosis of a life-limiting disease, it can be easy to focus on the negative and forget that quality of life still matters. This can sometimes result in a doctor recommending hospice care only to have their patient say “I’m not ready for hospice.” Even the anticipation of this statement causes some medical professionals Read More
The selection of a homecare provider is an important choice that families, seniors, and individuals with chronic health conditions make after an acute care need arises, a hospital discharge or when health is declining. It’s important to find a provider that can meet the most immediate needs so long term care at home is safe Read More
The National Association of Social Workers has proclaimed March 2021 as National Social Work month and calls on home care providers, hospice care professionals, the medical establishment and members of our community to recognize the important work that social workers do every day. Acknowledging Social Workers in Senior Care, Home Health and Hospice This month, Read More
The Care Compare website is a tool designed by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) to help consumers make informed hospice care and home health care decisions. Tools like the website’s star ratings offer patients and family caregivers a single platform to more easily understand how a home services provider has performed on Read More
Senior Care – Why does it have to be so expensive? Answer – There’s a good chance that it doesn’t have to be. When it comes to senior care, the truth is, there are solutions for nearly every budget, and that’s where your starting point should be; figure out the budget, get a care need Read More
