I am repeatedly asked for advice on whether or not to take loved ones with dementia on vacation. My answer is always consistent, “It’s always better if they are still in the early to moderate stage of the disease. If they are “too far” advanced, the problems you will...
By: Gary Joseph LeBlanc Below is a check off list to help start getting the financial, legal and health information together when a loved one is diagnosed with a dementia-related disease. Please go through the list and talk to an Elder Law Attorney. Procrastination...
By: Linda Burhans I was very surprised when I received a call from Sally a couple weeks ago. She is definitely a southern belle with that beautiful southern accent that gives me a good feeling. Sally attended some of my support groups in Florida about three years ago...
By: Linda Burhans IF YOU ARE the primary caregiver for an aging loved one, there is a good chance you may be experiencing some form of stress. It’s natural for caregivers to become so involved in taking care of someone else that they tend to allow their own needs to...
By: Gary LeBlanc Throughout the long and often frustrating campaign of caring for a loved one living with dementia, odds are you will eventually deal with the issue of dehydration. Fortunately for me I didn’t have to deal with this with my dad very much. However, in...
By: Linda Burhans Health insurance is notoriously and needlessly complicated. The process can be overwhelming, and finding the right plan for your medical and financial needs can be difficult. Medicare is no different. Medicare is a health insurance program provided...
