Kincern

12/01/2021

Moving your loved one to a senior living facility can be an emotional endeavor—from the early conversations to when moving day arrives.

Our blogger, Teresa Dainesi, shares her experience helping move her mother into assisted living, leaving behind the house of memories she’s accumulated for over 40 years.

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11/30/2021

Being there for loved ones can be a true joy, but financial caregiving can feel like a burden.

With everything to consider, all the questions that pop up, it’s easy to lose sight of what matters: Family.

We know that aging is different for everybody. So, we designed our solutions to work for any family. Because whatever your family dynamic is, being prepared is the best thing you can do.

Have a conversation today, understand your options, and make a plan that works for your family.

11/29/2021

The importance of financial caregivers cannot be overstated.

Cybercrimes against older adults have increased five times since 2014. In fact, in 2020, cybercrime complaints soared to a record high with total losses surpassing $4.2 billion and losses to those 50 and older exceeding $1.8 billion.

Here's more information on scams over the last year from the AARP: https://bit.ly/30q0WHq

11/26/2021

When an aging loved one needs care, it can impact everyone in the family. That’s why caregiver family meetings are so important.

DailyCaring's list of 5 key things you'll need for a productive family meeting also applies to financial caregiving:

1) Bring in the members of your loved one's caregiving team
2) Prepare for the conversation by creating an agenda
3) Create a safe space for open discussion
4) Identify potential challenges
5) Remember that the goal is to care for your loved one as a team

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Caregiver family meetings help you get the assistance & support you need. See the 5 key things you'll need for a successful & productive family meeting.

11/24/2021

As we approach the holiday season, caregivers for aging parents often feel stress and worry overshadowing that feeling of joy.

In this article, Harvard Health Publishing offers tips for enjoying holiday meals and making sure your aging loved is comfortable.

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When you are a caregiver for an aging parent, the joy of gathering for holiday meals can be overshadowed by stress. Planning in advance for things like the day’s schedule, timing of the meal,...

11/23/2021

Sometimes in life, you get the opportunity to pull your prior experiences together to build something that matters.

Jody Holt, our CEO and Co-founder, helped develop Kincern to serve as a comprehensive, single resource to help financial caregivers with the financial and administrative responsibilities of caring for a loved one.

Jody shares this tribute to her mother, the inspiration for creating Kincern.

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11/22/2021

After a two-year holiday hiatus, we're looking forward to giving long overdue hugs, catching up in person, and seeing how the little ones have grown—or maybe even meeting a new grandchild.

One thing's for certain, family gatherings will be even more special this year.

But, as you enjoy the time together, one thing you will want to take note of is how aging loved ones are getting by, whether they're showing signs of concerning changes, and how you might help.

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11/19/2021

The reality of Dementia is scary.

When someone with cognitive loss leaves the safety of their home, it's called an "elopement," and it can create serious health and safety risks.

Jody Holt, CEO and Co-Founder, shares her experience with an elderly gentleman wandering late at night and the challenges faced by caregivers and their loved ones.

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11/17/2021

There are approximately 44 million unpaid eldercare providers in the United States, and the majority are women.

National Working Daughters Day honors the millions of women providing unpaid care to aging and/or ill parents and family members.

11/17/2021

If you’re like many family caregivers—which includes financial caregivers—you may have a hard time asking for help with such a personal matter.

However, it’s critical that you take steps to preserve your own health and well-being while you extend your support to care for an aging loved one.

Here are some resources and tips to help you in this role:

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How can adult children manage their new role as the caregiver for an aging parent? Here's how to deal with caregiver stress.

11/15/2021

November is National Family Caregivers Month (NFCM), a time to recognize and honor family caregivers across the country for their Herculean efforts to support the health and financial wellness of their aging loved ones.

11/11/2021

The role of caregiver can be difficult and at times overwhelming, especially when your aging loved ones are not nearby.

The good news is that this isn't something you have to do alone: we've compiled a helpful list of resources for navigating this new chapter of life.

Each stage of life brings new challenges and needs. We've put together a list of financial caregiver support services to help you.