Home Care Assistance v. Assisted Living: Which is Better? By Pam Foti, Co-Owner and Elder Care Advocate at VESTA SENIOR NETWORK. “Hi, my name is Jane. The social worker at my mom’s rehab facility told me I should reach out to you. What is it that you do? I’m really hoping that you can help […]
Top Tips for Finding the Perfect Senior Living Community
The hunt for senior living Last month we talked about having the “tough conversations” with family regarding senior living preferences (nursing home, assisted living, or independent living situation). This month we’d like to make things easier for you by giving you some tips about finding the right community for you. Our 2014 “Strength in Aging” […]
Promise you won’t put mom in a nursing home
Having the Tough Conversations Dad’s last words to his daughters were, “Promise you won’t put mom in a nursing home.” “Of course, Dad. Never.” What else are you going to say in that situation? Fast forward six months. The good news is that the children felt like they could keep good on that promise. Mom […]