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May 11, 2016 By Paul Markowitz

The Hidden Costs of Being a Family Caregiver

As baby boomers in north Texas continue to grow older, the demand for family caregivers is climbing. These informal caregivers are most often spouses and adult children. But as more and more families are scattered across the country, it isn’t uncommon to find neighbors, friends, grandchildren, and even clergy members taking a more active role in caregiving.

In taking on the role of caregiver, loved ones often discover there are hidden costs for providing senior care they weren’t expecting. It can take a real bite out of the caregiver’s personal finances.

So what are the true costs of caring for a senior loved one?

From direct care expenses to lost wages, here’s what you should consider before assuming the role. [Read more…]

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April 6, 2016 By Paul Markowitz

How a Senior Living Advisor Can Help You Make an Informed Choice

At the Senior Living Specialists, we know how difficult it often is for adult children to accept that the time has come for an aging parent to sell their home and move to a senior housing community. It is a big and important decision to make. And it is a move you don’t want your older loved one to have to go through more than once.

This is where an industry expert can be of help.

The Senior Care Experts in North Texas

Senior care advisors are dedicated to helping older adults understand and explore their options. For older adults and their families, the maze of senior care choices can feel overwhelming. [Read more…]

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March 14, 2016 By Paul Markowitz

Coping with Sibling Rivalry While Caring for a Senior

When an aging parent begins to need more support with the activities of daily life, family tensions can heat up. The adult child who lives closest usually bears the burden of care. Siblings who live further away often refuse to accept how much care a parent requires because they don’t see them as often. It can cause conflicts that sometimes lead to permanent damage in family relationships. [Read more…]

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February 28, 2016 By Paul Markowitz

Helping a Senior with Alzheimer’s Through a Hospital Stay

A hospital stay is frightening and stressful at any age. When an adult has Alzheimer’s disease or a related form of dementia, the hospital can be especially difficult and disorienting.

When a Senior with Alzheimer’s is Hospitalized

Knowing what to expect and taking extra precautions to keep your loved one safe can make a hospital stay easier for everyone.

If your senior loved one will be admitted to a Dallas or Fort Worth area hospital for surgery or another procedure, request a private room. A calm, quiet is best for adults with Alzheimer’s disease. [Read more…]

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February 17, 2016 By Paul Markowitz

How to Decide When to Sell a Senior’s Home

Dear Paul:

After several years of declining health and a series of falls, my mom has reluctantly agreed to make a move to an assisted living community. We aren’t sure what to do next. Should we get her house cleaned out and sold before she moves or is it better to get her moved and settled before we sell the house?

She has lived in her house over 40 years and it will require considerable work to get it on the market. But I’m not sure her finances will stretch to allow her to move first.

Do you have any advice?

Alison in Fort Worth, Texas [Read more…]

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