Charging Elderly Parents Rent – Right or Wrong? – Bay Alarm Medical
Getting paid to take care of your elderly parents: It’s a hot topic among caregivers, and the opinions behind the morality of it can be strong. Some people believe it’s unfair to charge ...
May 14, 2015
National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness & Family Caregiver Month Tips
November is National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month and Family Caregiver Month. The Alzheimer’s Association reports that in the U.S. there are more than 15 million Alzheimer...
November 11, 2014
How To Choose A Home Care Provider: Interview with Senior Helpers
We recently had the pleasure of interviewing Jenny Lind, Owner of Senior Helpers – Concord, one of the major In-Home Care Providers for senior citizens. Senior Helpers offers many diff...
August 11, 2014
How to Discuss Senior Care Needs with a Reluctant Parent
It can be agonizing for family members to watch a senior loved one struggle with daily activities they used to find easy, and the situation becomes even more challenging when a parent is unw...
June 16, 2014
7 Reasons Why Medical Alert Systems Are a Caregiver’s Best Friend
Did you know? According to the CDC, as of the year 2008 there were more than 34 million unpaid caregivers providing care to someone age 18 and older with an illness or disability. The caregi...
April 15, 2014
Best iPad Apps for Senior Citizens
You may be wondering what last-minute gift to get for your favorite senior. One of our top picks would be an iPad. iPads can help seniors stay connected to family members, help keep t...
December 23, 2013
3 Tips For Caregivers On Caring For Yourself Too
We often neglect our own well-being when we’re spending much of our time caring for others. With the holidays rapidly approaching, we wanted to share some quick tips for caregivers on...
November 27, 2013
Medical Alert Services: 5 Ways to Spot a Customer-Focused Company
These days it can be really tricky for seniors and their families to choose a medical provider, as there are literally dozens upon dozens of companies out there vying for your attention. Thi...
September 23, 2013
Five ways to make estate-planning easier on loved ones
Even if the senior in your life enjoys robust health and energy, a formal last will and testament can make the care of his or her estate much easier for you and your loved ones down the road...
June 26, 2012
