As your parent’s age, they may reach a stage when they may no longer care for themselves. Therefore, you, with some difficulty, will have to make decisions about their future living situation. Whether, to bring in home care, assisted living facility or a nursing home. Many seniors are frightened and afraid with the thought of leaving their home. Consequently, your parents may become depressed and withdrawn, which leads to a deteriorating health condition. When making your decision, your parents may not need to go straight to a nursing home. However, this is your parent’s biggest fear. Nursing homes are great…
Nursing homes are very expensive, ranging from $7,000 to $12,000 or more a month.
In order to be eligible for Medicare coverage, the health services used must be both reasonable and necessary in the treatment of an illness or injury.
“Most seniors, without family, seems to think everyone has forgotten about them; therefore, we are trying to show we care” says David Wingate, President of Senior Life Care Planning.
The AARP has come up with some questions to ask before moving out of a nursing home. Do you want to live independently? You must be motivated enough to overcome frustration and inconvenience. Are you able to live independently? People with limited mobility can often manage. Can you afford to live independently? Government programs offer a variety of financial help. Is in-home care available? Together, a doctor and a transition coordinator can help compile a list of needed services. Is appropriate housing available? Requirements vary with health and mobility, and include access, safety features, security, and kitchen and dining facilities….
The Life Care Plan includes the services of an elder care attorney and an elder care coordinator, who work together, to enhance your, your loved one, or family member’s quality of life.
Senior Life Care Planning works with seniors and their families as advocates for their quality of life, whether at home, assisted living facility or nursing home.
Frederick, MD 
301-663-9230
