What You Should Look for When Visiting this Holiday Season

When families reunite during the holidays, it’s a perfect time to notice how our elderly loved ones are doing, especially if we don’t see them often. You may observe that your parent has changed in ways that are concerning.

Look for both behavioral and physical signs to notice.

Some examples of behavior changes include:
home upkeep changes, unpaid bills and piles of paper, and belongings being placed in unusual locations.

Physical changes to observe include such things as:
not following the conversation, changes in their walking ability, repeating questions or comments, and decline in personal care.

Any of these signs, or a combination of them, may indicate that your parent needs some help. We suggest you enjoy your time visiting with your parents, then follow up with a conversation after the holidays, when you can share your observations and offer recommendations on how their needs can be addressed.

Professional Paperwork Services can take care of your parents’ daily money management needs, by verifying and paying bills, organizing insurance and tax-related paperwork, and monitoring financial tasks.

We work with other professionals – financial advisors, accountants, and attorneys, as well as therapists and healthcare providers – to whom we can make referrals for guidance and follow-up on some of the changes you have observed.

Reach us at 609-608-0566 or email at info[at]paperwork-services.com