Are You Prepared for Your Parents Future?
Often I hear people say, “My parents are doing great, they’re 88 and 90 and still living independently.” I think that’s great but I often ask “Are you prepared when they can’t?” Most people today will end up helping their parents at some point in their later years, either physically, emotionally or financially. Over 44 million Americans are currently providing care for a sick or elderly family member, either locally or long distance. Being prepared for what lies ahead allows you to have choices instead of just reacting to an emergency. Finding the right care for your parents takes lots of time but if they are hospitalized you usually only have 24 hours to find a solution. Knowing the planning your parents took in caring for you, don’t they deserve the same?
Be Prepared for a Medical Emergency with Your Parents
- Talk with family members about their wishes regarding further care either at home or in a
facility
- Let their physician know your concerns and involvement
- Establish a Power of Attorney, Health Care Representative &
Living Will (end of life choices)
- Plan for the future by consulting with Elder Law Attorney &
Financial Advisor
- Organize needed documents
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Carlotta Katra, President
Aging Avenues.com