If your elderly parent recently fell down the stairs in their home and broke their hip, it's time to take action. Once they have gone to the doctor and the fracture has been treated, you need to work with your parent to decide what will happen next. If they plan on staying in the home, then you need to make the home more appropriate, and you will also need to organize outside treatment.
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Alzheimer's disease is a progressive, incurable disease that slowly takes away one's ability to care for their own needs. In the beginning stages, a person may only experience slight forgetfulness as they go throughout their day. Some often feel as though they are just aging normally, being a little confused every once in awhile but able to manage most of the time. As the disease progresses, people become more confused and more likely to get lost while out on a familiar route.
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The decision to move your parent into a senior independent living community is a difficult one, but one that could provide him or her with the help needed. Before moving into the facility, you and your family have to make a plan for paying the costs. Here are some ideas that could potentially help with the costs.
Veterans' Benefits
If your parent is a veteran, he or she is most likely to receive benefits that would help with covering the cost of moving into an assisted living facility.
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If you have come to the point in your life where you need a bit of help with your daily routine and have decided to move into an assisted living facility, you are probably a bit nervous about the move and your new home. Here are a few tips to help you have a smooth transition so that you and your family are happy with your decision.
What to Bring and What to Leave
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It is an unfortunate reality of life that individuals will develop problems that make it difficult for them to be on their own. However, this can place a tremendous amount of stress on family members as they struggle to balance caring for the needs of their loved one with their careers. Luckily, there are adult day care centers that can help ensure that your loved one is safe and entertained while you are busy at work.
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