End of Life Issues
Introduction to Hospice Care When facing a terminal illness, difficult times ahead can be scary and overwhelming. Hospice care can provide comfort and support during this period of life, as well as support for the patient's family and caregivers. Hospice care is organized around meeting the needs of
End of Life Issues
What is Hospice Care? Hospice care is a type of medical care that primarily focuses on providing comfort and support to people in the last stages of a terminal illness or at the end of their life. It is designed to provide physical, emotional, and spiritual support for both the
End of Life Issues
Introduction: Defining “Will” and “Living Trust” Making a will or setting up a living trust are two of the most common ways for individuals to plan their estate. These two documents can have very similar functions, but there are important differences between the two. It is essential to understand what
End of Life Issues
Creating a living will is an incredibly important step in ensuring your wishes for end-of-life care are honored. A living will is a statement of your medical and mental health care wishes in the event you become unable to make decisions for yourself due to a terminal condition, coma, or
End of Life Issues
A will and living trust is an important legal document that can help ensure your assets are distributed according to your wishes after you pass away. Creating a will and/or living trust is an important step in estate planning. A will is a legal document that states how you
Alternative Approaches to Care
A secure home that caters to individual needs in a safe and comfortable environment is important for the well-being of seniors and other adults living with disabilities. Assisted living facilities offer a variety of living arrangements and services to meet the needs of its residents. The Department of Veterans Affairs
End of Life Issues
When it comes to estate planning, it can be overwhelming trying to understand the different options available. Two of the most popular and well-known choices are a will and a living trust. It’s essential to understand the differences between the two legal documents so you can make the best
End of Life Issues
Medicaid can help cover assisted living costs through state programs and waivers, but coverage varies. It may pay for personal care and support services, but not room and board. Eligibility depends on income, assets, and medical needs.
End of Life Issues
A living will is an important legal document that allows individuals to make their wishes known regarding their medical treatment and end-of-life care. It's critical to have a living will in place to ensure that your wishes are respected and followed if you're unable to make
Aging In Place
Long-term care insurance has become an increasingly important part of financial planning for those heading into retirement. It's a means to cover the costs of long-term health care services beyond what standard insurance policies provide, such as nursing home care, in-home health care, and unemployment. Having the right
Alternative Approaches to Care
Introduction - What is Long-Term Care? Long-term care is a type of care that is meant to assist individuals with their daily activities over an extended period of time. This care may be provided in the home, at a daycare facility or nursing home, or via hospice care. It'
Faith In Caregiving
Caregiving can be challenging, but with faith and wisdom from Proverbs 19:11, we can learn to be patient and kind. Tips and Bible reflection to reflect Jesus' love while caregiving from Veronica Badowski.