Did you know that roughly only 22% of Americans have documented their end-of-life care wishes? So how do you, as the child, even begin to make such difficult decisions for your aging parent? You are not alone.
Explore our blog articles below to find guidance for making these decisions for your aging parents, such as financial considerations, senior living options, & much more.
Your mother fell. Again. You got the call when you were in the middle of a meeting. You immediately left and went to your car to drive to the hospital. Then, before you could even pull out of your parking space, the tears came–without warning and seemingly from nowhere. There have been so many things…
There’s a lot to like about West Bladen. We understand that when you or your loved one is looking for a new assisted living home, it takes much more than a nice building and great amenities to create a sense of thankfulness, belonging and compassion. If you’ll indulge us for a moment, we would like to…
It’s difficult to watch your parent age. It can be emotionally exhausting and—if you’re their primary caregiver—it’s physically and mentally draining as well, leaving you little room to take care of yourself while you care for a parent. Some even feel like they can’t care for their parent and hold down a full-time job. They…
There are many reasons why your parent is resistant to assisted living care. Oftentimes they feel like they can still live independently, despite having a condition that makes living at home unsafe. Those with osteoporosis, diabetes, dementia or seniors who need help keeping up with their medication and are at a greater risk. Getting an…