May 2009 Entries

Home Care Workers Exempt from Overtime for Live-in Caregiving

The Supreme Court reversed a lower court decision to uphold an exemption for overtime pay for companion care services.

posted @ Thursday, May 28, 2009 9:49 AM | Feedback (0)

Early Warning Signs for Alzheimer's Disease

Detecting memory loss early can assist both the senior and the caregiving in planning for necessary care needs and to maintain safety.

posted @ Wednesday, May 27, 2009 11:16 AM | Feedback (1)

Senior Caregiver Pay: How Much Should Caregivers Be Paid?

Senior Caregivers are paid nearly double the minimum wage in most states but how much should caregivers be paid?

posted @ Tuesday, May 12, 2009 4:34 PM | Feedback (14)

HBO's The Alzheimer's Project:: May 10 - 12

This upcoming documentary profiles care issues for those with memory loss.

posted @ Tuesday, May 05, 2009 9:11 AM | Feedback (0)

Senior Long-term Care Costs in U.S.A.

A recent study provides a snapshot of the most affordable senior care options in the U.S.A.

posted @ Monday, May 04, 2009 10:38 PM | Feedback (0)