How much an hour would you pay for quality (non-medical) elderly care/companionship?

Young at Heart

Central coast?

I would wait up on getting another (new) dog, and just spend time with her! There is really nothing that you can give to her, just give her yourself. Be there for her. It's so hard to loose o...

They feel bad about being sick. one time they are active and going about their lives and next moment the body starts working against them. they are confused and not willing to trust new doctors. ...

You forgot to mention that Bush expanded Medicare to cover prescription drugs for the elderly...Medicare part D is the biggest entitlement program in the last twenty years. Children don't v...

This is a tremendous idea,thanks,I live in a small village for the elderly and I think this would interest them greatly.

Take your S-G to a geriatrician or primary care doctor. Some make housecalls - like House Physicians - if she won't or can't go. Although she has personality issues...we all do, sounds ...

Your husband's uncle is fortunate to have your concern and you are wise to be making a plan and asking questions before an emergency arises. Being a family caregiver is a big job! This is t...