Protect Our Seniors

By CarePatrol of Chicago Northshore During the coronavirus emergency, con artists like to take advantage of seniors when they are distracted by trying to obtain their Medicare number or other…

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2020 Medicaid Guidelines

By CarePatrol of Chicago Northshore Our families frequently ask how much money the spouse of a Medicaid recipient can keep for their own living expenses or assisted living care.  The CMS…

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I Thought Medicare Covered That!

By CarePatrol of Chicago Northshore The family meeting about senior living options for Dad went well, right up until the discussion about the cost. The oldest son boldly stated, “We…

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How To Help When Someone Is Suffering

By CarePatrol of Chicago Northshore When the spouse that was also a caregiver dies, the surviving spouse often requires help finding a safe living solution.  As CarePatrol Senior Advisors, we…

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Worried About a Family Member’s Driving?

By CarePatrol of Chicago Northshore A client recently asked, “When is it time for my husband to give up driving?” Giving up the keys is a decision that many older…

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