Senior Care in New York: The Benefits of Senior Networking
Many seniors live on incomes smaller than what they used to bring in. Add medical expenses and other expenses to the picture, and staying on budget can be tricky. Fortunately, in home care helps keep seniors on track. Here’s how:
- Knowledgeable about senior discounts: In home care providers are well versed with which establishments offer senior discounts and at what times. Going to movies no longer needs to be extremely rare or out of the question and buying groceries can become a lot more affordable. This knowledge adds a twist of fun to many budgets.
- Checks and balances: At any age, it is easy to make impulse purchases. In home care strives to help seniors live as independently as possible but can gently remind them of monetary considerations if they are about to make off-budget purchases. For seniors with dementia, caregivers will be as strict as necessary.
- Budget development: Caregivers can work with seniors and their families to develop and/or adjust budgeting basics. For example, if a senior wants to go on a trip or needs to save an extra $100 a month, a caregiver can brainstorm ways to make it happen. Caregivers can also contact utility companies to discuss opportunities for monthly budget plans and the like. They are also knowledgeable about general finance tips that save paperwork and hassle for everyone. One example is suggesting that a senior’s family members set up automatic bills withdrawal from his bank accounts.
- Family relationships: Caregivers keep family members and the person who has power of attorney, if applicable, updated on how a senior is progressing on money matters. They provide family members peace of mind that their loved ones are much less likely to fall prey to a scam and that all purchases are accounted for.
About the author
Dr. Kelly Blundy attended Michigan State University and Logan University, obtaining a BS in Human Biology as well as a Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Logan University. Dr. Kelly continues to develop her knowledge of biology, physiology and specific disease management related to senior care. Specifically targeting the areas of senior biomechanics and fall prevention. Dr. Kelly is currently researching the effects of aging on our senior population, their families and the community.
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