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Memory Care Cost Guide: What to Expect for Quality Care

Facing a diagnosis of Alzheimer's or dementia for a loved one brings a whirlwind of emotions, but it also throws up practical concerns. Perhaps the most pressing of these is figuring out memory care costs. Memory care facilities offer a specialized environment and care tailored to those with memory-related conditions. While it can be tough to put a price on the peace of mind that comes from knowing your loved one is safe and supported, understanding the cost of memory care is crucial for planning and finding the right solution. This post breaks down [...]

2024-11-05T01:28:16-05:00By |Financial and Planning|

Personal Care Cost: Understanding the Expenses of In-Home Support

For many families, the time comes when they need to find extra help to care for aging loved ones. Determining the best kind of help needed, how often you will need it, and balancing that with in home care cost, is a challenging process. As your loved one ages, they may need help with things that most of us take for granted. These are exactly the types of things that in home care is designed to help with. Various factors play a role in figuring out your estimated cost of personal care. Thankfully, there [...]

2024-11-05T10:11:03-05:00By |Financial and Planning|

Skilled Nursing Care Cost: Quality Care Without Limits

Planning for healthcare needs later in life can be overwhelming. And when it comes to skilled nursing care costs, the numbers can seem especially daunting. But this aspect of long-term care doesn't have to be a mystery. This article will provide a breakdown of skilled nursing care costs, explore what influences those costs, and help you feel more confident on this often confusing subject. What is Skilled Nursing Care? Skilled nursing care is a specific type of care provided by licensed medical professionals, such as registered nurses (RNs) or physical therapists. It goes beyond [...]

2024-11-05T10:21:45-05:00By |Financial and Planning|

Dealing with Stubborn Senior Syndrome (SSS)?

Helping aged parents get care gets very complicated when they are in denial and suffer from Stubborn Senior Syndrome (SSS). At times, it will seem like you’re dealing with your teenager, only you can’t send your parents to their room! To be fair, they’ve been making decisions for themselves their entire adult lives and it’s hard to turn over the reins to their kids. Yes, even if you are 60+ years old, you’re still just their kid. There are two reasons for their denial. The first is just down right stubbornness. [...]

2024-08-30T11:27:23-04:00By |Senior Living|

Senior Home Transitions vs National Companies: Nationwide Senior Living Placement Services Aren’t What You Think

Have you spent hours pouring over websites and brochures to the point your head is spinning? Are you avoiding the headache and hoping your older brother will step up and take it off your plate? Choosing the right senior living facility for your loved one is overwhelming. That’s where Senior Home Transitions comes in. We transform the process from a pile of paperwork to a seamless transition for you and your family. National Companies provide generic lists of options in your area where Senior Home Transitions works with you as an individual to find [...]

2024-08-02T05:49:59-04:00By |Senior Living|
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