Publisher's Synopsis
Aging is a fact of life and it affects all families. As adult children, when imagining our parents as seniors, we may not fully comprehend the extent to which their aging will affect them or how it will affect us. However, the time does come when effects of aging become more evident and long-term care may be needed.
With a poignant introduction by the author, this thoughtfully developed guide is packed full of practical information on:
- How to have that difficult first conversation about an aging parent's future;
- Determining the onset of conditions such as dementia and Alzheimer's;
- Providing adequate insurance coverage and protecting financial assets;
- Facing legal issues;
- Selecting long term care and the appropriate nursing home;
- Resource References for getting advice, information and counseling.
