On behalf of Sikov and Love, P.A. | Aug 12, 2020 | Long Term Care and Nursing Home Planning
It is not uncommon for adult children to recognize that an elderly parent is a hazard to him or herself. Mom may wander without realizing it, or Dad may regularly forget to turn the stove off. If you fear for your aging parent’s safety while he or she is home alone,...
On behalf of Sikov and Love, P.A. | Mar 20, 2020 | Long Term Care and Nursing Home Planning
If you are trying to decide on a nursing home for your parent, you should have some questions ready to ask the nursing home staff. A good nursing home should be ready to handle any number of situations that could impact your loved one. Knowing how the nursing home...
On behalf of Sikov and Love, P.A. | Feb 5, 2020 | Long Term Care and Nursing Home Planning
When people realize their mother or father needs to be in a nursing home, they want this parent to have the best care possible. There are many things people have to consider as they look at nursing homes. When people first start their nursing home search, they may...
On behalf of Sikov and Love, P.A. | Jan 3, 2020 | Long Term Care and Nursing Home Planning
One of the benefits of recent medical advancements is that Americans are living longer than ever in Pittsburgh and across the nation. However, this longevity also comes with extra responsibility. It is highly likely that the longer you live, the more you will need...
On behalf of Sikov and Love, P.A. | Jul 24, 2019 | Long Term Care and Nursing Home Planning
Nursing home residents are some of our most vulnerable citizens. Due to the risk of elder neglect and abuse, there are strict nursing home regulations in Pennsylvania. The Pennsylvania Department of Health is responsible for enforcing these regulations. The DOH...
On behalf of Sikov and Love, P.A. | Jun 6, 2019 | Long Term Care and Nursing Home Planning
The high cost of long-term care in a nursing home makes paying the bill almost impossible for most people. As a result, many people apply for Medicaid to cover the expenses. However, if you and your spouse own your home and a number of assets, you may be able to...
On behalf of Sikov and Love, P.A. | Apr 4, 2019 | Long Term Care and Nursing Home Planning
For those in Pennsylvania who do not need to be in the hospital but require extra care, nursing homes are a valuable resource. According to the Pennsylvania Department of Health, 80,000 residents live in nursing homes, with over 700 to choose from throughout the...
On behalf of Sikov and Love, P.A. | Jan 24, 2019 | Long Term Care and Nursing Home Planning
When a family in Pennsylvania realizes that a parent, grandparent or other aging relative may be in need of care beyond what they can provide at home, many may consider moving their loved one into a nursing home. This decision is rarely made easily, especially with...
On behalf of Sikov and Love, P.A. | Dec 13, 2018 | Long Term Care and Nursing Home Planning
Long-term care needs are something many people are likely to have at some point in their life. According to some estimates, around 68 percent of individuals age 65 and up will need such care within their lifetime. People can take measures to prepare for the...
On behalf of Sikov and Love, P.A. | Jan 24, 2018 | Long Term Care and Nursing Home Planning
Whether choosing a nursing home for yourself or assisting your aging parent with the choice, it can be difficult to know where to begin. Location and affordability are often the first criteria, but after you have begun to narrow down your list of potential choices,...
