What is a healthcare surrogate?

A healthcare surrogate, sometimes called an “agent”, is a person appointed by you to make medical decisions on your behalf if you are not able to make or communicate them yourself. The healthcare surrogate is one form of an advance health care directive, a statement of your wishes in case you are not able to […]

Hurricane Matthew Preparedness

We encourage everyone to make preparations as Hurricane Matthew tracks westward, and closer to Florida’s coastline. For information on preparing for a hurricane, visit The Essential Guide to Hurricane Preparedness. For the latest weather advisory, please click HERE.

Is there such a thing as Nursing Home ratings?

Yes, there a quite a few resources out there that can guide you with respect to senior nursing housing and FindingAssistedLiving.com will also assist you with senior placement assistance. Anywhere in Florida, we are here for you.

Should You Have a Health Care Power of Attorney?

The simple answer is “Yes, you should definitely have a health care power of attorney for yourself and loved ones.”  This is a good place to remind you of the broader topic of planning for a senior life transition. The health care power of attorney (HCPA) and the living will are two of several legal […]