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danger mixing alcohol with medication

Alcohol and Medication: A Dangerous Mix

March 11th, 2024 • Category: Elderly Home Care, Nutrition

An occasional cocktail could be deadly with the wrong mix of prescription medication. Find out how to protect the elderly from this hidden danger.

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paying your parents medical bills

Am I Obligated to Pay for My Elderly Parent’s Medical Bills?

March 6th, 2024 • Category: Elderly Home Care, Financial Tips

Are you responsible for paying your parents’ medical bills they can’t afford? The answer varies by state. Find out about filial responsibility laws.

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free meal delivery for elderly

Accessing Free Home-Delivered Meals for Seniors

February 22nd, 2024 • Category: Adult Foster Care, Caregivers, Elderly Home Care, Home Health Care

A Helping Hand for You and Your Loved One As a home caregiver, you understand the challenges your loved one faces in staying healthy and independent. Preparing nutritious meals might be one of those hurdles, especially with limited mobility, health concerns, or simply the demands of daily life. That’s where free home-delivered meals for seniors

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dealing with caregiver debt

Caregiver Debt 101:

February 14th, 2024 • Category: Caregivers, Financial Tips

Don’t let caring for a loved one become a financial burden. Follow these tips for avoiding debt and maintaining financial security as a caregiver from the adult foster care experts at Mass Care Link.

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friendships for special needs

Widening the Circle: Helping Loved Ones with Special Needs Make Friends

Friendship is a powerful foe against isolation and depression for people with special needs. As a caregiver, learn three strategies for helping your loved one with special needs develop socially through friendships from adult foster care provider Mass Care Link.

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legal guardianship

Legal Guardianship: A Primer for Home Caregivers

November 29th, 2023 • Category: Caregivers

The term legal guardian comes up a lot in home health care. Find out what legal guardianship is and how understanding it can help you be a better caregiver.

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Decoding Medicare: Your Guide to Better Coverage for Caregivers

November 8th, 2023 • Category: Elderly Home Care, Financial Tips, MassHealth

Are you a caregiver feeling a little overwhelmed by the complexities of Medicare options? Navigating the program can be tricky, but don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. Mass Care Link is here to help you decode Medicare and find the best coverage for you and your loved ones. Did you know that while 94% of

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summer fun for caregivers

Keeping the Fun in Summertime

June 16th, 2023 • Category: Caregivers, Elderly Home Care, Mental Health

Summer sometimes stirs memories of school vacation, beach trips and lazy evenings on the porch. But the reality of summer for caregivers can involve long, lonely days inside. While some activities we associate with summer, involving vigorous movement or extended time in the sun, may longer be  accessible for you as a caregiver, there are

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Home Care Helps Elders Live Longer

June 7th, 2023 • Category: Financial Tips, Home Health Care

As we age, most of us desire to maintain our independence, our community and our home. Home care, or aging in place, can help provide those benefits in a safe environment.  The American Association of Retired Persons (AARP) found that most older adults want to age in place, or stay in their own homes as

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questions to ask a care agency

Questions to Ask a Home Care Agency

May 23rd, 2023 • Category: Home Health Care

Are you interested in providing care home care for a friend, family member? The process doesn’t have to be complicated. Mass Care Link ensures that you are able to receive a monthly payment and the person receiving care is provided optimal care based on their goals and health conditions. Choosing a home care agency can be

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