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LGBT Senior Guide: Key Considerations and Resources
By 2030, there will be 7 million LGBT seniors over the age of 50 in the U.S. Yet, services catered to the needs and challenges of LGBT seniors are severely lacking. Luckily, service providers are catching up and at long last are considering the difficulties that LGBT seniors face. Though aging is hardly a seamless […]
6 Signs That You Will Be Approved for Disability
Navigating the disability approval process with the Social Security Administration (SSA) can often seem overwhelming, especially given that only 35% of initial claims are approved. However, if you continue with the appeals process, your chances of approval rise significantly, often exceeding 50%. It’s important to note that the SSA deems an individual as disabled only […]
Use of the Palliative Performance Scale (PPS)
This article has been medically reviewed by Dr. Martin Duggan in 2021. This content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or another qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. If you have a loved […]
How to Qualify for Disability Benefits
For those of us navigating benefits programs and what our loved ones can qualify for, the entire process can seem confusing and stressful. Understanding how to qualify for disability benefits is important, especially if the disabled person does not have sufficient income and requires financial assistance from the government. This article, detailing how qualifying for […]
Guide to Finding the Perfect LGBT Senior Community
Are you an LGBT senior looking for housing or a senior community, or a caregiver who wants to learn more about LGBT-friendly housing for your family member? You are not alone. According to The National Gay and Lesbian Task Force, the older adult LGBT population represents one of the fastest growing subpopulations within our aging […]
Fun Activities for Seniors
When the people we love have passed away, we want to be at peace knowing that they enjoyed their final years. We don’t just want our seniors to stay alive by keeping them well-rested and well-fed. We also want them to have a high quality of life with fun and fulfilling activities for seniors. Regardless […]
Understanding Medication Management for Seniors
This article has been medically reviewed by Dr. Martin Duggan in 2021. This content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or another qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. It is crucial for medication […]
The Ultimate Guide to Senior Veterans Benefits
Veterans benefits can be a source of confusion and frustration for military families. This typically occurs because senior veterans don’t know their rights or don’t understand the bureaucratic barriers to apply for veterans benefits. In particular, senior veterans may be surprised to learn that they may qualify for a range of healthcare services and financial […]
How to Get Paid as a Family Caregiver
Sometimes the most important work is the most undervalued. In this article, we explain how to make money as a family caregiver, and we hope to encourage you to reach out and find financial help when you need it, and to do so without shame. Caregiving is not easy, and for many, it’s a full-time […]
Stages of Grief
If you lose someone you love, grief is a natural response. During this time, doing what feels right is important. You may need to cry, become angry, or isolate yourself from others. These are all acceptable ways of reacting to death. Each individual grieves in their own way and there is no right or wrong […]
Understanding Dementia Stages: A Guide to the FAST Scale for Caregivers
This article has been medically reviewed by Dr. Martin Duggan in 2021 This content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or another qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. If your loved one has […]
Top Dementia and Alzheimer’s Books for Caregiving
If your loved one has been diagnosed with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease and you are the one charged with their caregiving, there are different resources you can turn to for help. You may be wondering about strategies for providing support or planning for the future. You might want to find out about the best treatments […]