There are specialists for Seniors?

As Americans live longer our senior population continues to grow.  With this change, we have seen a huge growth in products and services for seniors.  Everything from Insurance policies to remodeling to security systems now claim to offer special products for aging Americans.  If you are considering investing your time or money into a product or service, consider seeking out a representative who truly specializes in working with seniors.  Ask what kind of special training they have, and any designations they have earned related to  working with those 55+.  Ask about the issues they work through with their other clients.  Have them explain – in their own words – how issues are different for seniors than other areas of the population.  This will help you get a good sense about their true grasp of what you (or your aging parents) are facing.

 For more information about people who specialize in working with seniors in the Portland Metro area, call Elder LifeResource at 503-789-4222 or info@elderlr.com.  We can connect you with ethical, competent specialists in your area, including those who focus on:

Elder Living Options
Real Estate Services
Elder Law Services
Long Term Care Insurance
Geriatric Care Management
Durable Medical Equipment
Funeral Services & Planning
Caregiver Resources
Home Care
Money & Finances
Reverse Mortgages
Hospice Services
Organizing & Downsizing
Moving Assistance

Long Distance Assistance for Parents in Portland, Oregon

Caring for aging parents has become a normal part of being a baby boomer.  It can be a tough road to travel – full of frustration, misinformation, and draining time out of your already busy day.  We see this every day and understand how it can feel.

What if it is further complicated by distance?  What do you do if you don’t live in the same area as your aging loved one?  What if you are even in a different state?  There are all kinds of support services and care networks that can help you with your loved ones – even long distance.  You just have to know where to look!

 If your aging loved one happens to be in the Portland, OR metro area, Elder LifeResource is a perfect resource for you.  We can connect you with all the local services you and your relative need – from in-home care, to personalized searches for retirement communities, assisted living communities or nursing facilities.  We have access to help your loved one with financial support like reverse mortgages and financial planning or insurance.  We can even help them to downsize their belongings and sell their home, all with local professionals who specialize in working with seniors!  For more information, contact us at info@elderlr.com or call us at 503-789-4222 and get the support you need to help your aging parent in Portland, OR.

In Home Care vs. Assisted Living

Portland has a wonderful selection of Assisted Living facilities for those who find that such a situation fits their needs.  For many seniors, however, nothing beats “home sweet home” and staying in their home as long as possible is a goal of many people.  “In Home Care” – bringing nurses or certified caregivers to your house – is often an ideal balance for elders who can still handle some of the day to day, but need a little extra help.  Caregivers can do everything from helping bathe, cooking meals, or even light house keeping.  From one day a week or more, in home care can be catered to your exact needs.  For more information about in home care services in the Portland Metro Area, Elder Life Resource can help you – whether it is for you, your parents, or another aging loved one.  Call us at 503-789-4222 for more information.

Why Long Term Care Insurance?

Insurance is a funny thing.  It makes the most sense to buy it if things are going to go badly.  Why would anyone want to buy a product that has such a pessimistic view of the future?  Who wants to think they are going to die in the next 20 years?  (Term Life Insurance)  Or that their house will burn down?  (Homeowners Insurance)  Or, as in the case of Long Term Care Insurance, who wants to think about a time in the future that their physical abilities will decline to the point where they can no longer bathe themselves, feed themselves, or take themselves to the toilet?  Frankly, it sounds pretty depressing, and it is human nature to ignore it.

 But if you are able to think beyond that, think about what what  it can offer you.  Long Term Care Insurance, which covers the cost of care when you are no longer able to care for yourself, offers you many wonderful things.  It offers the freedom to hire the care you need, rather than depending heavily upon your family.  It offers options, such as bringing care into your home instead of being forced to move out.  It offers comfort, knowing that you will not have to pay for all the care out of pocket, or – worse yet – depend upon your children and family to try and pay the mounting expenses.

 If you are interested in learning more about Long Term Care Insurance in the Portland, Oregon metro area, Elder Life Resource can offer you education and information to help you navigate your way through the options.  Please call us at 503-789-4222 or contact us at info@elderlr.com.

Happy Thanksgiving!

Happy Thanksgiving!

Resources for Seniors in Portland

It would be nice if help always showed up just when you needed it, but the truth is life isn’t always this easy.  Our group started when we realized what a hole there is helping guide people to services for seniors in the Portland Metro area.  (That’s Portland, Oregon, folks!)  As aging is being redefined every day by seniors who are living longer and better, services are becoming more available.  The trick is to connect the right services with the seniors who need them.  Whether you are a senior yourself, or are helping your parents, grandparents, or other aging relative, Elder Life Resource can help you find local, trusted services.  Some services you may already know exist, such as reverse mortgages, long term care insurance, or care that comes directly to your home.  Other services you may not know about, such as moving services that specialize in working with seniors.  Whatever it is, give us a try and see if we can help.  You can reach us through our blog or at 503-789-4222.  Until next time, have a Happy Thanksgiving!