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Taking Care of Mom and Dad
http://takingcareofmomanddad.wordpress.com/
Hello, my name is Kelli and I have started this blog to assist those of you who need help taking care of mom and dad or other loved ones. I often talk to people who know their loved one needs help, but don’t know what is available or how to get it once they do know. I am using my years of experience, both personal and professional, to put all the information that can help you help your parents all in one place. Whether you are caregiving from a distance or live in the same house as your loved one, I can offer an overview of services that may be available to you, no matter where you live.
I have several college degrees, one of which is in Health Care Administration. I have been a nursing home administrator, Social Serivce Specialist, Pharmacy Tech, Radiographer, and personal care giver to my father, my grandparents, and now my mother. Currently, I work exclusively in the aging field helping to adminster a governemnt funded program that assists elderly and disabled individuals to stay in their own homes instead of going into a nursing home.
I hope you will join me on this trip and feel free to ask questions any time. If I don’t know the answer, I know where to find it.
LATEST ARTICLES ( 31 )
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My Story – Part 1
20 years ago, I moved back to my childhood home. I had great career in Denver at the time but when my nana, the matriarch of our family, called me one... Read more
Posted on 07 June 2012 COMMUNITY, FAMILY -
Will My Medicaid Transfer When I Move?
I often get calls from a family member inquiring about how to transfer their loved one’s Medicaid (or MediCal) from one state to another. The federal... Read more
Posted on 07 June 2012 COMMUNITY, FAMILY, HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING -
How To Get Your Parent to Eat Well
My mother lives in senior apartments. Her next door neighbor has become her dear friend. They share a porch and often you will find them and several other... Read more
Posted on 06 June 2012 COMMUNITY, FAMILY, FOOD & DRINK, HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING -
Part D Penalty
If you or your family member is considering not participating in theMedicare Part D program during the initial enrollment period, there may bea penalty upon... Read more
Posted on 04 August 2011 COMMUNITY, FAMILY -
Difference Between Medicaid and Medicare
Ever wish you had a quick way to tell the difference between Medicaid and Medicare? Maybe the following will help. *Medicare is a federally funded entitlement... Read more
Posted on 31 July 2011 COMMUNITY, FAMILY -
Little Known Special Pension for Veterans and Spouse
There is a little known special pension benefit for Veterans that has been available for more than half a century! It is called the Aid & Attendance... Read more
Posted on 25 July 2011 COMMUNITY, FAMILY -
Getting Social Security Verification
Need to verify your Social Security benefit amount?There are a number of reasons you may need written verification of your Social Security benefit amount. Read more
Posted on 23 July 2011 COMMUNITY, FAMILY -
Senior Housing Options
Are you confused about the different words or phrases out there concerning anywhere a senior can live? It can be confusing! I’ve put together a quick list of... Read more
Posted on 16 July 2011 COMMUNITY, FAMILY -
Alleviating Caretaking Costs
Occasionally, a caretaker will tell me that the cost of maintaining their own lives and subsidizing a parent(s) has become too much. Read more
Posted on 14 July 2011 COMMUNITY, FAMILY -
Seniors and the Farmer’s Market
Fresh Strawberries From the Farmer's MarketMy mom lives in senior independent living apartments. She and several of her friends regularly go to the farmer’s... Read more
Posted on 10 July 2011 COMMUNITY, FAMILY -
The Weather is Hot and the Bills Are High!
How do you help your parents stay cool when electricity has become so costly?It Hot Out There!They keep the temp in their home at 80, not because they are cold... Read more
Posted on 04 July 2011 COMMUNITY, FAMILY