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The holidays are a time for togetherness — sharing meals, laughter, and meaningful conversations. Amid the joy, it’s also the perfect opportunity to talk with aging loved ones about a growing concern: scams targeting older adults. With fraud schemes becoming more sophisticated, protecting loved ones from scams by taking time now to educate and prepare…
Many people agree the holidays are the most wonderful time of the year! Finding thoughtful holiday gifts for aging adults can be a heartwarming experience. Here are some suggestions to make their lives easier and more enjoyable and help them feel connected. Tech Gifts GrandPad Tablet ($150+ subscription): Designed specifically for seniors, this tablet offers…
Multigenerational living is rising in the United States, with more families sharing a home across multiple generations. Various factors, including economic pressures, the high cost of housing, and the growing need for caregiving for aging family members, have driven this trend. While this arrangement offers several benefits, it also presents unique challenges. Why does this…
Happy Independence Day weekend! For many of us, this day is spent celebrating with family and friends in an array of outdoor activities including backyard cookouts, swimming, and fireworks. Unfortunately, these activities are often tougher for seniors to participate in, but they still want to be included in the fun. Including older adults in group…
‘Tis the season! Unfortunately, it is hard to be jolly when you are concerned for your aging loved ones. Many adult children have not seen their parents in months due to the ongoing pandemic. In addition, work and family obligations paired with substantial distance makes it difficult for all of us to get together as…
What is a blended family? The simple definition of a blended family, often called a stepfamily, is a family unit where one or both parents have children from a previous relationship, but they have combined to form a new family. The parents may or may not have children with each other. (Think Brady Bunch!) While…
Today we will conclude our story about Alan, Sandy, and Mary that we have shared with you over the past couple of weeks. We will go ahead and spoil the ending by telling you the family is in a much better situation and Alan’s health and finances are now addressed. Last week we told you…
The Sandwich Generation is defined as a generation of people, typically in their thirties or forties, responsible for raising their own children AND for the care of their aging parents. According to National Alliance for Caregiving, 9.3-million Americans are part of the “Sandwich Generation,” who are caregiving during their peak career years. The challenge of navigating life in…
Seniors and those at a higher risk for contracting the virus should stay home if they don’t have to go out. However, that may not be an option for everyone. For those who don’t have loved ones nearby to assist with tasks like grocery shopping or banking, it is especially important to exercise caution when…
Professionals who work with seniors have long realized that social isolation leads to cognitive decline. Widespread awareness of this significant healthcare issue has increased due to COVID-19. Our clients are noticing it with their loved ones, and here at Hurley Elder Care Law, we are noticing it with our own families. What are the options…
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