POLST forms are part of a nationwide program that ensures your loved ones or clients will receive the care they want. The names vary by state. In Kansas, it is called a TPOPP Form. If your loved one or client is seriously ill or frail, a TPOPP Form can help prevent unwanted emergency medical care. A TPOPP form (Transportable Physician Orders for Patient Preferences) contains standing medical … [Read more...]
POLST in Virginia: POST (Physician Order for Scope of Treatment)
POLST forms are part of a nationwide program that ensures your loved ones or clients will receive the care they want. The names vary by state. In Virginia, it is called a POST Form. If your loved one or client is seriously ill or frail, a POST Form can help prevent unwanted emergency medical care. POST stands for Physician Orders for Scope of Treatment. A Virginia POST form contains standing … [Read more...]
Do Not Resuscitate: How to Make Your Wishes Known
A Do Not Resuscitate Order is a physician's order to carry out the wishes of an individual who doesn’t want efforts to restore their heartbeat or their breathing. Do you want to prevent unnecessary medical intervention at the end of life? Learn about Do Not Resuscitate Orders. In this article, we discuss options for making your wishes known. You might also be interested in these other … [Read more...]
Healthy and Convenient Meals – Arranging Services for Your Elderly Parents
Delicious, healthy meals a central component of well-being. You can help your elderly loved one have them regularly. In this article, we discuss many different options for arranging meal preparation and delivery. You might also be interested in these other solutions: Care Coordination Transportation and Driving Personal Care Mail, Bills, and Paperwork Appointments Health … [Read more...]
Gathering Tax Documents for the Tax Return: Helping Your Elderly Loved One
Gathering documents for the tax preparer can be easy, orderly, and stress free for your elderly loved one when they have some simple assistance. In this article we will share the recommendations given by the IRS to: Help you choose a tax preparer Find out what documents are needed for the tax return Be vigilant for tax scams And we’ll also share some of our tips about being … [Read more...]
The Value of Social Interaction for People with Dementia
"Dementia care for elderly people living in care homes is improved by just one hour of social interaction each week." This was the conclusion of a large scale study led by the University of Exeter, King’s College London and Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust and reported in this article in the Irish Times. The article quotes the leader of the research, Prof Clive Ballard, of the University … [Read more...]
Durable General Power of Attorney – Naming an Agent
Assigning power of attorney to an agent can make it more convenient to handle financial matters and it prevents the need to have a court choose an agent for you if you become incapacitated. Use caution, however, as you should only appoint an agent who you trust completely. This article provides the information to get you started. You might also be interested in these other solutions: Prepare … [Read more...]
Prepare Your Advance Health Care Directives and Name a Health Care Agent
Preparing a living will and naming an agent under health care power of attorney can provide peace of mind to yourself and your loved ones. These recommendations from the National Institute on Aging and the American Bar Association will help you start the conversation, learn about health care choices, consider who to name as your agent under health care power of attorney, and prepare the … [Read more...]
Charitable Donations: Help Your Elderly Loved One Make Smart Decisions
Contributing to favorite charities can be a fulfilling way for financially secure older adults to help others. There are several things you can do to help your elderly loved ones make such contributions with care and confidence while avoiding inefficient charities, tax mistakes, and duplicate payments. You can find these tips and more on our Solutions page. You might also be interested in … [Read more...]
Moving to a New Residence: Tips for Senior Citizens
Moving to a new residence can be complicated and stressful for anyone, but especially for older adults. The best practices in our article, Moving to a New Residence: Tips for Senior Citizens, will help make the process smooth and effective. You might also be interested in these other solutions: Create a Plan for Successfully Living at Home Do you need help managing the care of an … [Read more...]