by Keystone Elder Law | Aug 7, 2017 | Caregiver Support, Health Care System, Sentinel Articles
Being a family caregiver for a parent or grandparent can be a really tough responsibility. Many caregivers help their loved one manage their medications and perform medical and nursing tasks for physical and cognitive conditions. Caregiving can also involve physical,...
by Karen Kaslow, RN, BSN | Jul 17, 2017 | About Keystone, Aging, Caregiver Support, Sentinel Articles
During the week of July 4th, my wife and I camped at the Centre Hall Grange Park. Thousands of other campers, most of whom appeared to be old enough to receive Medicare, surrounded us to attend the Remington Ryde bluegrass festival. There were several occasions...
by David D. Nesbit, Esq. | Jun 1, 2017 | Aging, Caregiver Support, Sentinel Articles
An elder law attorney is often associated with negative connotations and events, such as the loss of independence and a reminder of our own mortality. However, many people would probably agree that planning for the future is a wise idea. The challenge is that,...
by Karen Kaslow, RN, BSN | Apr 3, 2017 | Caregiver Support, Family Living, Sentinel Articles
Your older adult family member living “independently” at home could benefit from some assistance such as companionship, housekeeping services, meal preparation, or personal care; but absolutely refuses to consider the idea. This scenario plagues many families with...
by David D. Nesbit, Esq. | Mar 6, 2017 | Caregiver Support, Finances, Home care
Part I of II Rarely, if ever, does anyone express a preference to leave their home to receive care in a licensed personal care home or skilled nursing facility. There truly is no place like home. Often, the final wish of a parent’s last will and testament is to give...
by Karen Kaslow, RN, BSN | Feb 13, 2017 | Caregiver Support, End of Life, Sentinel Articles
Did you ever find yourself smiling or laughing soon after the death of a loved one, and felt a sense of guilt about it? Or have you known someone who appeared to be functioning “normally” shortly after a significant loss, and felt concern that the person might be in...
