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Retirement
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

In the US, not even $11,000 a month can buy you dignity at the end of your life

Assisted living facilities may promise care and companionship but often fail to deliver adequate support, leading to resident neglect.
Retirement
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

In the US, not even $11,000 a month can buy you dignity at the end of your life

Assisted living facilities may promise care and companionship but often fail to deliver adequate support, leading to resident neglect.
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from24/7 Wall St.
5 days ago

I have $400,000 in IRAs. Can a nursing home take my savings?

If you're counting on Medicaid to pay for long-term nursing home care, the funds in your IRA may impact eligibility for coverage.
Retirement
Retirement
from24/7 Wall St.
1 week ago

My parents are in their early 60s with no savings, a mortgage, and $2,400 in Social Security - where can they afford to live?

Reddit poster's parents struggle financially on $2,200 monthly income due to medical issues and lack of retirement savings.
#family-care
fromIndependent
1 week ago
Fundraising

'We paid 40,000 for a log cabin for my father - but now he's in a home and my brother says the cabin is his'

fromIndependent
1 week ago
Fundraising

'We paid 40,000 for a log cabin for my father - but now he's in a home and my brother says the cabin is his'

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#community-support
SF parents
fromKqed
3 months ago

'Like Family': Japanese American Seniors and Caregivers Say Goodbye to J-Sei Home | KQED

Cultural influences play a significant role in shaping end-of-life care experiences for elderly individuals.
SF parents
fromKqed
3 months ago

'Like Family': Japanese American Seniors and Caregivers Say Goodbye to J-Sei Home | KQED

Cultural influences play a significant role in shaping end-of-life care experiences for elderly individuals.
more#community-support
#covid-19
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Exclusive | Keep corrupt, dishonest Andrew Cuomo from office, warns FDNY battalion chief whose parents died during pandemic

FDNY Chief Sean Newman opposes Andrew Cuomo's candidacy due to the devastating impact of his COVID-19 policies on senior care facilities in New York.
fromqns.com
2 weeks ago
NYC politics

Cuomo cancels Ridgewood campaign stop amid protest over COVID nursing home deaths QNS

NYC politics
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Exclusive | Keep corrupt, dishonest Andrew Cuomo from office, warns FDNY battalion chief whose parents died during pandemic

FDNY Chief Sean Newman opposes Andrew Cuomo's candidacy due to the devastating impact of his COVID-19 policies on senior care facilities in New York.
fromqns.com
2 weeks ago
NYC politics

Cuomo cancels Ridgewood campaign stop amid protest over COVID nursing home deaths QNS

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Relationships
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 months ago

Asking Eric: Our one stubborn sister thinks she has the last word on Mom

One sibling opposes assisted living for their mother despite the family's agreement on her need for additional care amidst unresolved concerns.
Mindfulness
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Keeping Your Heart Open to Care Without Burning Out

Empathic distress fatigue is often misidentified as compassion fatigue among caregivers.
Viewing care as a limited resource can exacerbate caregiver burnout.
'We-care' practices can help improve caregiver resilience and capacity.
Relationships
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 months ago

Asking Eric: Our one stubborn sister thinks she has the last word on Mom

One sibling opposes assisted living for their mother despite the family's agreement on her need for additional care amidst unresolved concerns.
Mindfulness
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Keeping Your Heart Open to Care Without Burning Out

Empathic distress fatigue is often misidentified as compassion fatigue among caregivers.
Viewing care as a limited resource can exacerbate caregiver burnout.
'We-care' practices can help improve caregiver resilience and capacity.
more#caregiving
#family-dynamics
LA real estate
fromSlate Magazine
3 months ago

I Devised a Plan for My Childhood Home. My Husband Is Adamantly Opposed.

Emotional ties and the intent to care for your grandmother justify the decision to rent the family home.
Balancing emotional and practical considerations in inheriting property is challenging.
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago
Retirement

I'm retired and in my 70s. I don't expect or want my children to be my caregivers - I'd much rather take my chances with residential care.

LA real estate
fromSlate Magazine
3 months ago

I Devised a Plan for My Childhood Home. My Husband Is Adamantly Opposed.

Emotional ties and the intent to care for your grandmother justify the decision to rent the family home.
Balancing emotional and practical considerations in inheriting property is challenging.
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago
Retirement

I'm retired and in my 70s. I don't expect or want my children to be my caregivers - I'd much rather take my chances with residential care.

more#family-dynamics
#real-estate
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

The cannabis farm scandal: how a rogue lettings agency destroyed countless homes

Hajaj Hajaj's trust in a lettings agency led to the discovery of an illegal cannabis operation in his rental property during his recovery from illness.
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

The cannabis farm scandal: how a rogue lettings agency destroyed countless homes

Hajaj Hajaj's trust in a lettings agency led to the discovery of an illegal cannabis operation in his rental property during his recovery from illness.
more#real-estate
Gadgets
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago

I track my mum, 86, with an AI monitor so she doesn't have to move into care'

The article highlights the importance of modern technology, like AI monitors, in supporting remote elder care for families.
Renovation
fromArchDaily
2 months ago

Belleville Sara Weill-Raynal Nursing Home Reconstruction and Extension / Avenier Cornejo Architectes

The renovation of the Sara Weill-Raynal nursing home enhances living conditions for residents and eases workflow for staff through thoughtful architectural improvements.
#assisted-living
Healthcare
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

They were banned from assisted living. They stayed in the caregiving business

Assisted living facility in Van Nuys posed serious safety and health risks to residents, leading to state intervention.
Healthcare
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

They were banned from assisted living. They stayed in the caregiving business

Assisted living facility in Van Nuys posed serious safety and health risks to residents, leading to state intervention.
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US Elections
fromwww.housingwire.com
7 months ago

Here's what Kamala Harris has said about in-home care for older Americans

Kamala Harris highlights challenges for the 'sandwich generation' caring for both children and aging parents, stressing the need for increased support.
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