The Covid 19 “stay in place” mandate has been a roller coaster of challenges and changes. It has also given us a first hand glimpse into what it is like to be an isolated senior. Despite being the group that potentially gains the most from physical distancing, seniors are also the most vulnerable to suffering…
DetailsAging in Place: Bathroom Safety Per the National Coalition on Aging, nine out of ten older adults want to ‘Age in Place.’ And more surprisingly, they want to remain in their homes despite physical and financial difficulties. With the explosion of older adults wanting to remain in their homes, the obvious question is how do…
DetailsJust like the folks who are reselling toilet paper and hand sanitizer, there are those out there who see opportunities in this confusing time. This is just a reminder to beware of scams coming out of the chaos. Monitor accounts, be suspicious, and if you’re in doubt, contact The Idaho Estate Planning Team 208-939-7658 …
DetailsAs we chart these unprecedented times, older adults, who are staying home and out of harm’s way, are becoming increasingly isolated. Isolation can lead to the worsen and/or development of physical and mental health issues. It can also increase family concerns for those who don’t live nearby or who are dealing with their own family…
DetailsCaregivers are Lifesavers!! Being a caregiver is one of the most difficult jobs there is. It is a job that provides a plethora of physical and mental challenges that require time management and creative problem-solving skills. You develop anticipatory knowledge and are consistently attentive to the behavioral and psychological needs of your dependent. Here are…
DetailsMedical Research and Advance Care Planning Research shows that advance directives can make a difference, and that people who document their preferences in this way are more likely to get the care they prefer at the end of life than people who do not. Advance Care Planning Decisions Sometimes decisions must be made about the…
DetailsThe Ease of a Fall Notification System Despite his increasing frailty, my step-father, DA, who has Parkinson’s Disease, is not interested in a fall notification system. Subsequently, my mom, his loving wife and caregiver, doesn’t leave the house for more than an hour or two. For Christmas we gave them an Echo Dot wondering if…
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