Assisted Living & Independence

What Is a Convalescent Home, and Is It Right For My Loved One?

What Is a Convalescent Home, and Is It Right For My Loved One?

Posted by Nate Birt on Mon May 22 2023

If your loved one is on the road to recovery after surgery or illness, you might be exploring ways to help them heal. A convalescent home is a place that provides trained medical staff who can support your loved one. This article explores how a convalescent home works, when this type of facility might make sense, and how you can help your loved one heal here. Read More


Top 6 Caregiver Tips for Parents Aging at Home

Top 6 Caregiver Tips for Parents Aging at Home

Posted by Sophie Bebeau on Thu May 11 2023

By 2030 almost a quarter of the American population will be at retirement age. According to two 2022 surveys by Cross Country Workforce Solutions Group and AARP, over 75% of adults over 50 want to remain at home as they age. Read More


7 Types Of Home Care Services For Older Loved Ones

7 Types Of Home Care Services For Older Loved Ones

Posted by Nate Birt on Wed May 10 2023

It can be extremely rewarding to help your loved one age in place in their own home. This type of living arrangement also gives you, as a caregiver, a chance to support them in ways you might not have considered before. Read More


Does Medicare Cover In-Home Care?

Does Medicare Cover In-Home Care?

Posted by Nate Birt on Tue May 16 2023

As a caregiver, you might be exploring how to pay for your loved one’s in-home care. You might have asked, “Does Medicare cover in-home care?” There are many cases in which Medicare provides partial coverage of care provided at home for a short period. This article breaks down the circumstances in which Medicare will cover those expenses. We’ll also explain what to look for so that you don’t get hit with unexpected costs in cases where Medicare won’t cover certain things. Read More