http://home-care-oakland.carebuzz.com Sat, 19 Sep 2009 18:01:41 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en Elder caregivers in Oakland who are experiencing high levels of stress may develop a series of bad habits which can lead to caregiver burnout, and in extreme cases, even elder abuse. In 15 simple steps caregivers can reclaim time to themselves and prevent the onset of stress and development of ... http://home-care-oakland.carebuzz.com/preventing-bad-habits-of-caregivers/ When my mother was in her 70’s, we talked her into adding identity theft insurance to her home insurance policy, knowing that the chances she might be a victim of fraud were fairly high in the senior demographic. The policy offered by her insurance policy for identity theft coverage cost ... http://home-care-oakland.carebuzz.com/identity-theft-insurance/ Q – My mom’s been thinking about selling her home, which she has maintained even though she is currently living with a relative. After doing some research online, I realized there are some significant tax implications of selling a home, especially when it is mortgage free. Is there a better ... http://home-care-oakland.carebuzz.com/buying-or-selling-seniors-home/ Q – My mother recently decided to formalize her will and get her estate in order and has asked me if she can name me as estate executor on her will. I’m open to taking responsibility for her affairs after her death, but I don’t know much about the process. ... http://home-care-oakland.carebuzz.com/adult-child-be-estate-executor/ This summer in Oakland, take advantage of the availability of fresh produce from farmer’s markets in the area, and even in your local grocery store. With so many delicious and healthy fruits and vegetables in season, summer is a great time to ensure that you receive a nutritious diet often ... http://home-care-oakland.carebuzz.com/healthy-meals-for-seniors/ Setting up a home inheritance is a great way for seniors to avoid paying expensive taxes should they decide they no longer want the responsibility of home ownership while they’re still alive or to avoid having to "spend-down" their assets to qualify for programs. Arranging the home inheritance is an ... http://home-care-oakland.carebuzz.com/home-inheritance-and-seniors/ Home care negligence is unfortunately a sad reality that exists in the Oakland elder care industry. While negligence and elder abuse often occur at the hands of senior care providers in nursing homes and assisted living facilities; these problems can occur in a senior’s home just as easily. As family ... http://home-care-oakland.carebuzz.com/understanding-home-care-negligence/ “Longevity risk” is the term used to describe the increased lifespan of baby boomers which can ultimately result in them outliving their assets and funding for retirement. Not only are baby boomers living longer into their senior years than previous generations, but unlike their parents who had pensions to support ... http://home-care-oakland.carebuzz.com/will-seniors-outlive-their-retirement-funds/ For many seniors from Oakland, cruise vacations for their demographic are the ideal way to get away from home without the stresses of more traditional vacations that cater to people of all ages. Many of the big names in cruising offer cruises just for seniors that fall into the 55+ ... http://home-care-oakland.carebuzz.com/vacations-for-seniors-older-generation-cruises/ Q – I am a professional caregiver in Oakland who prepares meals for a senior. I know that a history of osteoporosis runs in her family. Are there any foods that will help to prevent osteoporosis and promote bone strength and health? A – There are foods that are rich in ... http://home-care-oakland.carebuzz.com/superfoods-might-prevent-osteoporosis/