To stay on top of the very latest scams hitting seniors. Sign up for Scam Alerts. www.texasnocall.com There are so many scams out there today it’s scary. Here are some the more popular. Disconnecting a landline and getting a cell phone could be the easiest way to reduce… Read More
If you provide more than 50% of the relative’s support and she has a gross income (not counting tax-free Social Security benefits) of less than $4,000 in 2015, you can claim her as a dependent on your tax return. Your relative does not have to… Read More
What are the signs aging parents need help? With more and more families dispersed geographically, adult children who live far away from their elderly parents face ongoing worry about their health and safety. As aging parents, particularly those who live alone, face medical and mobility… Read More
Older teenagers and young adults in their 20s aren’t the people we picture when we think of “caregivers.” Often we think of older adults, caring for much older parents. But it’s becoming more and more common for the younger generation—some not yet out of high… Read More
What is in-home senior care? Senior in home care is care that allows a senior or elderly person with special needs to remain in their home. It might be for people who are getting older, are chronically ill, recovering from surgery, or disabled. Home health aides provide… Read More
A medical alarm is an alarm system designed to signal the presence of a hazard requiring urgent attention and to summon emergency medical personnel. Other terms for a medical alarm are Personal Emergency Response System (PERS) or medical alert. Medical alert systems can be an… Read More
Deciding to provide in home care for an elderly parent is a great decision to make, but requires a lot of preparation. Often, preparing for this change can be absolutely overwhelming. Once you’ve made the choice to provide in home care for an elderly parent there… Read More
