Elder Law: “Having Trouble Finding Affordable Home Care For Your Parents?”

I read this article and thought of some of my clients who are at that potentially frustrating place where either they, their parents, or their loved ones are in need of some kind of home care assistance. So many of our elders want to “age in place,” but finding home care can be frustrating and overwhelming. This entry is not meant to be the answer to your questions about home care, but it does offer some great online sites to get a handle on what’s possible, what it may cost, and where you might find someone to help. Don’t forget your local resources! Sometimes what you have in your own community is the best there is. Be sure to check out private, non-profit, city, county, and state-wide resources as well.

http://www.nextavenue.org/blog/finding-affordable-home-care-your-parents?utm_source=Next+Avenue+Email+Newsletter&utm_campaign=a44a751aac-08_26_2014_SCAN&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_056a405b5a-a44a751aac-165014273

(The below link is an alternative to AARP’s Care Scout link that seems to be inoperative):

https://www.carescout.com/#tab1-tab

If you are thinking you or your loved one is in need of in-home care, but you’re not convinced you or they can afford it, you may find an Elder Law Attorney a helpful professional to contact. They may be able to assist you with financial planning, suggesting resources, or finding out if you qualify for Medical Assistance and assisting you with an application.

ALL READERS:  This blog is not, nor shall it be deemed to be, legal advice or counsel. This blog does not create an attorney-client relationship with any reader. It is designed to encourage thoughtful consideration of important legal issues with the expectation that readers will seek professional advice from a licensed attorney.