Amid the daily tasks of caregiving —like managing medications, preparing meals, and providing comfort —it’s easy to let the “legal stuff” fall to the bottom of the list. Terms like power of attorney and advance directives can feel intimidating and abstract, making it tempting to think, “We’ll get to that later.” But in the world of caregiving, a legal emergency is often…
For seniors with chronic illness or frailty, CPR can sometimes cause more harm than good.
Avoiding end-of-life conversations is a natural tendency. But not having the proper legal documents in place could create big problems and possibly become very expensive if your older adult becomes incapacitated or suddenly passes away. Bestow shares 5 essential end-of-life documents that seniors need to complete. When it comes time to face end-of-life issues, the majority of Americans are unprepared. According…
Be able to make an informed decision about feeding tubes Most people in the late stage of Alzheimer’s or dementia have trouble eating and drinking. They may lose weight, become weak, or develop pressure sores. Or, food particles could get into their lungs and cause pneumonia. When that happens, families may be asked if they want to put in a feeding tube.…
Even if you suspected it, actually getting an Alzheimer’s diagnosis can be devastating for you and your older adult. It will likely leave you wondering what to do next. Our friends at Kindly Care share wise advice on what to do after a diagnosis. The shock of getting an Alzheimer’s diagnosis You just got the news. The doctor said it out…
