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Do you know about Adult Day Health Care?

Admin — Tue, 21 Feb 2012 18:39:57 +0000

As some of you may know, I'm on the Board of Directors for Steppingstone Adult Day Health Care or ADHC. What do we do? We enable adults and seniors to live independently at home while thriving in a community that promotes their health, happiness, and quality of life. How do we do it? SteppingStone’s Health Care program offers a comprehensive option for both frail, low-income seniors and adults with disabilities who live alone and/or lack a primary care giver. We offer healthcare services, therapies, social activities, meals and transportation. For more information about this amazing program, take a look at this article from Sunday's Chronicle.http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?f=/c/a/2012/02/19/BA9N1N7L9Q.DTL.

It’s raining, it’s pouring…

Admin — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 22:36:37 +0000

As I'm sitting at my desk, it's (finally) pouring outside. The roofer was supposed to come work on my roof this morning, but not today after all. My roof is only 10 years old, but I had asked him to come take a look at it, and sure enough, I needed a new skylight, a new metal chimney, and some flashing replaced. So why am I telling you this? Our homes need periodic check ups, particularly where water intrusion is involved. Take a look around your windows, foundations, and anywhere outside, where water might puddle and leak into the house. Have someone look at your roof. If this feels like a bit much, have a someone who you know and trust help you. And if you need to have work done, be sure they are a referral from someone you trust, and are licensed and bonded. You can learn this by going to the Better Business Bureau http://goldengate.bbb.org. Good luck!

Making home a safer place, affordably

Admin — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 17:32:44 +0000

For seniors, the question frequently arises: Should I move or stay in my home? There are good reasons for either choice, but should you decide to stay put, there are many safety issues to consider. As stated in a NY Times artice: "…while home might be cozier and cheaper than a residential center, it’s not always safer. Every year in this country about 7,000 elderly people die in home-related accidents, and millions are seriously injured. Falls are the leading cause of injuries, but the elderly are also at risk for being burned by the stove, scalded by hot water or drowning in the tub." To read the rest of this article, and to learn how to make your home safer, go to http://www.nytimes.com/2009/07/18/health/18patient.html?scp=1&sq=Making%20home%20a%20safer%20place,%20affordably&st=cse

What IS happening with the economy?

Admin — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 20:30:25 +0000

Since the start of the year, I'm hearing from other Realtors and some financial planners (including my own!) that we are feeling cautiously optimistic about the economy. Take a look at what the Boston Globe had to say about it … Continue reading →

Is insurance the answer to long term care?

Admin — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 01:58:57 +0000

As we are aging (which of course we all are!) we wonder about how we are going to provide for long term care when the time comes. Especially with the future of Social Security and Medicare in question, what insurance coverage should we have in place? Is it life insurance, long term care insurance, or will VA benefits cover our needs? Take a look at the article at http://www.careforcalifornia.net/articles/article-2012-01-11.htm to answer some of these questions.

Questions to Ask About Assisted Living Memory Care Communities’

Admin — Tue, 27 Dec 2011 17:00:12 +0000

One of the the most difficult points in caring for a senior loved one is the realization that, due to dementia, they can no longer live on their own, and a caring community needs to be found. How do you know if an assisted living memory care facility will treat your loved well, with respect and dignity? What are the signals you need to look for? Take a look at this article from the Huffington Post by repsected LCSW Marguerite Manteau Rao for a good analysis of what to look for to assist with daunting process. http://www.huffingtonpost.com/marguerite-manteaurao/memory-care-communities_b_1155043.html

The Holidays: Doing less and feeling good about it!

Admin — Wed, 21 Dec 2011 19:49:36 +0000

For years, you may have done everything you could think of to make the holidays glow for all around you. Whether it's cooking latkes, or trimming the biggest ree that could fit in your house, you did all you could to make the holidays as bountiful as possible for all around you. And at a certain point, it began to feel like all too much. What can you do to celebrate joyfully without knocking yourself out? This article from AARP has some great ideas http://www.aarp.org/personal-growth/life-long-learning/info-11-2011/things-never-do-again-during-holidays-mitchard.2.html. And however you celebrate this time of year, remember that it's about peace, and give some to yourself. Happy Holidays!

Fiduciaries: How can they help you?

Admin — Wed, 14 Dec 2011 00:26:15 +0000

A fiduciary is a professional who serves as the trustee of a trust, managing investments or finances when there is no one else to do so, or even when there is, to assist those who can't or don't want to take care of this on their own. Fiduciaries will often advocate for clients with insurance plans, government agencies and pension plans. in addition they can function as conservators of estate or person, taking care of day-to-day needs as they arise. For more information about how a fiduciary can assist you or your loved ones, go to the Professional Fiduciary Association of CA http://www.pfac-pro.org/ohana/website/index.cfm?p=118001or take a look at the article at http://www.examiner.com/estate-planning-in-san-francisco/private-professional-fiduciary

For caregivers: How are the holidays for you?

Admin — Tue, 06 Dec 2011 17:56:14 +0000

As we approach the holidays, there is SO much to do. For those of us who are caregivers for a loved one, it can be a difficult and overwhelming time, and we wonder how to cope…one more time. Take a look at this article from the CA Care Plannning Council http://www.careforcalifornia.net/articles/article-2010-12-8.htm. And have a great Holiday Season!

Your home weatherization reminder

Admin — Mon, 14 Nov 2011 18:01:03 +0000

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Fiddling around with water heater blankets and foam outlet gaskets isn't the sexiest way to spend a weekend, but these tasks will help you stay warm and save money this winter. (Now that's sexy.) Take a look at this and if you need a referral to someone who can help you with doing the work, let me know!