Living Independently Articles

What happens if someone with dementia forgets to check the mailbox and pay the bills?
If your elderly father forgets pick up the mail, a daily money manager might be able to help.
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Should Your Elderly Parent Move into Independent Living?
How does a caregiver know when it's time for an elderly loved one to moved to an independent living facility? They are wonderful options for certain individuals, so be sure you know if your loved one is a good candidate.
Independent living isn't for everyone. »
Helping Your Parents Move Out of Their Home
As with any move, moving your parents from their home can be an emotional experience. It's stressful, and it drains everyone.
Make the move as painless as possible »
When Elders Don’t Accept Outside Caregivers in the Home
Many seniors who want to stay in their home refuse home health care workers. Initially, the reasons may be puzzling, but if caregivers look closely, they usually can figure out what's behind this behavior.
How to get seniors to accept home care »
Should Mom Be Living Alone?
The signs may be subtle, or they may be obvious, but they're there: maybe mom or dad shouldn't be living alone any longer. As the caregiver, what do you do?
Deciding if parents should stay at home »
How to Prepare Elderly Parents for an Earthquake
Would your senior parent know how to respond to a disaster? Retirement homes establish disaster plans. Your parent needs one, too, in the event of anything from a wildfire to a tornado to an earthquake.
Ten tips for creating a plan »
Is It Right to Convince Mom and Dad to Move Close to the Kids?
You and your parents live hundreds of miles away. You may or may not like it that way. But as they age, you're becoming increasingly aware of the concerns that their health and your distance bring.
Is having them live near you feasible? »
Aging at Home with Intentional Communities
The concept of "Aging at Home" is an exciting independent living option for those who want to stay in their own home and still have the peace of mind and convenience of services brought to them.
They're not too good to be true! »

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