When a family member receives a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia, it can be emotional. You may feel in over your head, wondering if they will need professional care and support, and, if they do, how will you pay for it? In many cases, the need for a memory care community is not something […]
At some point, the time may come when your parents are no longer able to manage their money. Depending on the situation, it may be sudden or gradual, but we know this is a significant transition for a family. For some, the prospect of managing someone else’s money can be stressful, and coupled with the […]
First and foremost, Franklin Park® Senior Living would like to thank all of the brave men and women who have served, and those continuing to serve our country. If you are a senior veteran, you may not be fully aware of what benefits you are eligible for, or how to properly apply and collect your veteran benefits. […]
As you get older, you may find that you need extra support with everyday activities or you may no longer want to deal with home maintenance and upkeep. While you do not need nursing or medical care, you could use help with transportation, laundry, meal preparation, and other essentials of living. Alternatively, perhaps you could […]
As you are probably aware, Medicaid provides free or low-cost care for the elderly and currently gives coverage to more than 4.6 million seniors. Unfortunately, for in-need seniors, it is not as simple as filling out some paperwork and receiving free living. To complicate matters, while nursing homes accept Medicaid, it is generally not available […]
