by Twyla Sketchley | Jun 23, 2014 | Elder Care
Last week, American broadcasting icon, Casey Kasem, died after a very public battle between his wife and his adult children from a previous marriage. The public battle appears to have started with allegations that Kasem’s wife was preventing his children from...
by Twyla Sketchley | Jun 20, 2014 | Elder Care
On October 1, 2014, a new law will take affect making it easier to prosecute predators, including those who act as a fiduciary (attorney-in-fact, guardian or trustee), who exploit Florida’s elders and individuals with disabilities. This new law amends Florida’s...
by Twyla Sketchley | Mar 13, 2014 | Elder Care
Most people prefer to remain in their homes as long as possible receiving long-term care in their home. This is referred to as aging in place. To ensure you can age in place, here are five factors that you must consider: 1. Can your home accommodate you as you...
by Twyla Sketchley | Mar 6, 2014 | Elder Care
Long term care is increasingly an issue that many families must resolve. However, many families do not understand what long-term care is and confuse it with medical care. Long term care is not medical care. Long term care is the supports and services an individual...
by Twyla Sketchley | Jan 30, 2014 | Elder Care
One of the most difficult discussions a family can have is about the end of life care. Death and dying are uncomfortable topics. Often families can’t even find a way to begin the conversation. Below is a list of questions that you and your loved ones can...
by Twyla Sketchley | Jan 9, 2014 | Elder Care
Finding a long term care facility for a loved one can be a difficult decision. It is a decision that is likely to impact the rest of your loved one’s life. This is an easy-to-use facility evaluation form. Complete one for each facility you visit. Facility...
