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5 Tips for Managing a Loved One’s Finances
It's not always easy talking to our loved ones about their personal finances, and it can be even more difficult to help them realize that it may be time to turn the reins over to us or another caregiver. Avoiding the conversation, though, can lead to unnecessary stress and unwarranted headaches later on, and can leave our loved ones open to financial exploitation. So how do we start the conversation? And what should we say?
Read MoreUnderstanding the Dangers of Medical Identity Theft
Identity theft is a worldwide phenomenon with very personal results to those who’ve been victimized by con artists and thieves. With our support, our loved ones need to be ever vigilant in guarding their personal, financial and medical identities.Â
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Understanding Estate Planning and Advance Directives
As we age, we may grow concerned about the possibility of no longer being able to make decisions for ourselves, and how we will provide for our family financially after we pass away. If we are caring for an aging loved one, encouraging them to begin preparing for the future through estate planning can provide us all with the peace of mind of knowing that their health care and financial wishes will be respected, and their loved ones will be taken care of.
Read MoreHayes, J. (2021, October 15). How to Protect an Older Adult from a Grandparent Scam. Guideposts. https://www.guideposts.org/caregiving/family-caregiving/aging-parents/how-to-protect-an-older-adult-from-a-grandparent-scam
Hayes, J. (2020, May 14). How to Protect Yourself and Your Loved One from Covid-19 Scams. Guideposts. https://www.guideposts.org/caregiving/family-caregiving/advice-for-caregivers/how-to-protect-yourself-and-your-loved-one-from-covid-19-scams