Let’s Talk About Driving

“The Driving Conversation” is one of those events in caring for an aging loved one that every family sees coming and yet few feel equipped to have. Adult children of seniors with declining faculties are often hesitant to discuss this topic with their elderly parents, recognizing that the senior will likely view their car keys […]

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Challenges to Overcome When Aging at Home

Aging at home is generally preferred as a more comfortable and affordable option than moving to an assisted living facility or nursing home. Seniors know where everything in their home is and how it works. Many elderly individuals have lived in that home for their entire adult life and cannot imagine living anywhere else, either driven by wariness of […]

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Choosing Hourly Vs. Live-In Care

Many client families reach out to us unsure if they should be pursuing live-in or hourly care. Each option has its benefits, and a family can be better served by one or the other at different points in the care journey. Generally speaking, hourly care will be the better option if the elderly individual needs fewer […]

Boca Home Care Services Named CareScout High Quality Partner

Boca Home Care Services is honored to have been named an inaugural member of the CareScout Quality Network. The CareScout Quality Network is a best-in-class set of homecare companies who meet high standards for quality, client-centered care services. In a statement launching the Quality Network, CareScout CEO Samir Shah pointed to the frustration families feel navigating a fragmented and […]

Dementia Patient Receiving Care
Understanding Dementia

Dementia is an umbrella term that encompasses a group of disorders characterized by misperception, memory problems, disorientation, mental confusion and in some cases, behavioral problems. Dementia is not just a normal sign of aging, but it does play in outsized role in how we think about caring for our aging or elderly parents. According to […]

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Understanding Long-Term Care Insurance

As people grow older, they often require long-term care and support. Although the cost of these services can be quite high, some of this can be mitigated with the help of long-term care insurance. This type of insurance is designed to cover the specific service and supports many elderly individuals need. What is Long-Term Care […]