Keeping seniors safe in the hot weather

Keeping seniors safe in the hot weather

As we conclude the Memorial Day weekend, the start of summer, let’s remember the crucial role caregivers play in ensuring the safety and well-being of aging adults. The combination of high temperatures and sun exposure can pose significant health risks for seniors, but with diligent care and a few precautions, caregivers can help seniors stay…

Read More

Organize your digital assets

Digital assets

Last week’s Hurley Elder Care Law blog touched on the importance of tracking and sharing important information when you or a loved one is dealing with a chronic healthcare condition, a serious medical diagnosis, or a decline in functional capacity.  As we navigate this rapidly evolving digital landscape, it’s crucial to consider who will have…

Read More

Being Prepared: A Practical Guide to getting Your Affairs in Order

checklist

Our NEW Being Prepared: A Practical Guide to Getting Your Affairs in Order is now available. As we age, keeping track of important information becomes increasingly necessary. This is even more critical when you or a loved one is dealing with a chronic healthcare condition, a serious medical diagnosis, or a decline in functional capacity.…

Read More

Medicare’s 3-day hospital inpatient status rule

3-day hospital inpatient status rule

Have you heard of Medicare’s 3-day hospital inpatient status rule? No? Well, you’re not alone. While the terminology may appear daunting, it holds significant implications for beneficiaries of Medicare, particularly those seeking skilled nursing facility (SNF) care after a hospitalization. Inpatient status is imperative To be eligible for Medicare coverage of SNF care , at…

Read More