If you have senior family members, they might require assistance with daily living or planning for the future. While there are many ways to offer support, here are three suggestions for your consideration, from consulting a Medicaid expert to spending quality time together.

1. Consult a Medicaid Expert

Enrolling in Medicaid is a rite of passage for many seniors. If you and your loved one have no idea where and how to begin, think about talking with a Medicaid planner & consultant. Many certified planners offer skilled nursing home patients and their families a free consultation that lets them ask questions and better understand their federal retirement benefits.

2. Take On Routine Tasks

Perhaps your mother is dealing with arthritis in her hands that makes grocery shopping more challenging, or your father has recently given up driving. If scenarios such as these sound familiar and you live nearby your family member, offer to take on some of the shopping or driving tasks or attend appointments with them. If you don’t live nearby, consider setting up a personal shopping or driving service that caters to their needs and allows them to thrive.

3. Spend Quality Time Together

One of the greatest gifts you can give senior family members is to spend quality time together. Whether you make regular phone or video dates, home visits, or schedule special meals or events, setting aside time to enjoy each other’s company is invaluable to the entire family’s health. Experts recommend doing or … READ MORE ...