Unintended Consequences of Off-the-Books Payments: A Client’s Story
When Mike and Joyce welcomed Mike’s mother into their home following the loss of her husband, they also hired a part-time caregiver to assist with some of her daily needs.
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Tips to Successfully Onboard Your Household Employee
When you hire a new household employee, it’s important to handle the process carefully and thoroughly. Whether you’re welcoming a nanny, a senior caregiver, or a household chef, understanding the
In-Home Care or Assisted Living: Which One is Right for Your Loved One?
Seeing your parents age is never an easy process. Mobility and independence may start to decrease and decisions on who will help take care of them will need to be
Hiring Help for Mom
My mom is 87 years old. I am blessed to still have her in my life. You won’t be surprised to learn that her health is not good. She suffers
Considering Hiring a Senior Caregiver in 2016?
Nursing homes and assisted living centers aren’t for every senior. Many seniors want to age in the comfort of their own home, but after time goes by, it’s clear that
Senior caregivers more economical than family caregivers?
Think you are saving money by taking time off of work to care for your elderly relative? A new study by Rand Corporation, one of the leading independent health policy
Cost of Senior Home Care
Do you have a aging loved one who may need senior care while you go to work every day? Are you feeling overwhelmed with your caregiving responsibilities?
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Household Payroll and the Sandwich Generation
According to Merriam-Webster, “The Sandwich Generation” is defined as a generation of people who are caring for their aging parents while supporting their own children. I define The Sandwich Generation
Planning Your Parents’ Future: Advice For Adult Children on Eldercare
Let’s face it: sitting your aging parents down to talk about their finances is about as comfortable as talking to them about sex (eons ago, they probably felt the same
Aging In Place: A Forbes Report on Senior Home Care
The Department of Labor extended minimum wage and overtime rules to most home care workers who aid the elderly, and the media is running to provide perspective on caring for aging Americans.