The Importance of Planning Ahead for Senior Long-Term Care

This month I was asked by an Appleton area Independent Senior Living Community to come and chat with their residents on the topic of planning ahead for senior care. Now…

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Top 5 Things to know about Medicare Vs. Medicaid when thinking about Senior Care

Top 5 Things to know about Medicare Vs. Medicaid when thinking about Senior Care; through the eyes of a Wisconsin-Based Senior Care Advisor… As a Senior Care Advisor based out…

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Tips for Having the Talk

By CarePatrol of Fox Cities Many conversations throughout life make us uncomfortable. The first time you had to tell your parents you wrecked the car. The talk your parents had…

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Ten Tips for Clearing and Downsizing

By CarePatrol of Fox Cities  Whether you’re moving into a smaller home, moving to assisted living, or just looking to get rid of ‘stuff’, there are some simple ways to…

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If You’re an Older Driver and Aren’t Talking Safety, You Should Be

By CarePatrol of Fox Cities According to AAA, nearly 83 percent of older drivers report never speaking to a family member or a physician about their safe driving ability. In…

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Four Steps to Determining What you Can Afford for Assisted Living

By CarePatrol of Fox Cities When we first start working with families and seniors, the first thing we hear is “We can’t afford assisted living”, but when we start putting…

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Five Things You Need to Know About Advanced Healthcare Directives

By CarePatrol of Fox Cities Whenever you go to the doctor’s office, they ask about your advanced healthcare directives. Prior to any major medical decisions, you are asked about your…

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5 Questions to Ask to know if Senior Living is Right for You

By CarePatrol of Fox Cities In my business, I hear it all the time. I’m not old enough for a nursing home; I’m not sick enough. That is a misperception…

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