In this episode of Caregiving Tech & Tips, Barry and Bobby dive into some essential, often-overlooked legal and tech considerations for caregivers. The conversation kicks off with a discussion on the importance of wills, digital assets, and ensuring access to key documents. They emphasize the importance of having detailed plans and conversations about guardianship, medical directives, and ensuring loved ones are cared for in the event of the unexpected.

But the tech talk doesn't stop there! Barry shares a wild tech story involving an elderly woman's spinal stimulator implant. What happens when old technology goes haywire and someone accidentally cranks up the voltage? Tune in to find out about this cautionary tale of remote controls, forgotten medical implants, and unintended pain that rivals even the trickiest IT issues!

Resources Mentioned:

• Your Checklist of documents to have a handle on:
  
  • Wills: how they work, who is in charge, mistakes to avoid and who-gets-what (beneficiaries)
  • Trusts: how a trust works, pros and cons, beneficiaries and “Do I need one? Maybe
  • Living Wills (or Advanced Care Directives ) the medical care you and don’t want if you’re unable to speak for yourself
  • Death Care, Funerals and Memorials where your body goes and what happens after you die
  • Guardianship & Custody documents who will care for your children, dependent adults or pets
  • Money & Insurance policies, financial accounts and who owns (or owes) which assets
  • Power of Attorney who will help handle your financial affairs if you cannot
  • Digital Accounts and Assets how will someone locate and access ALL your online accounts

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Hey everybody, this is Barry from Care Tech and Tips. I'm excited to let you know that our second episode is coming out on September 23rd, 2024. We're sticking with a bi -weekly schedule so you can look forward to fresh episodes every other week.

Whether you have comments, questions, or suggestions for future episodes, you can now reach us at our new email address, caretechandtips@gmail.com. Can't wait to hear from you. Thanks for tuning in, and we'll see you again on September 23rd.

In this conversation, Bobby and Barry discuss the importance of having conversations with loved ones about life and death. They share personal experiences of asking their parents questions and recording their stories. They emphasize the significance of creating memories and recording them in a way that makes sense, whether through journaling, videos, or audio recordings. The conversation also touches on the topic of caregiving for aging parents, including the need for discussions about finances, wills, medical needs, and final wishes. They provide tips on using technology, such as cameras and screen sharing, to keep an eye on loved ones and stay connected. The conversation covers various topics related to remote support and caregiving for aging parents. It emphasizes the importance of using technology to provide assistance and support from a distance. The speakers discuss tools like Chrome Remote Desktop and paid remote access software. They also highlight the significance of preparing for emergencies and disaster recovery, including creating a list of accounts, passwords, and important documents. The conversation touches on the challenges of getting elderly parents to eat properly and engage with healthcare providers, as well as the importance of having conversations about health and planning for the future.

Sites Mentioned:

https://getyourshittogether.org

http://trustandwill.com

https://care.com

https://comfortkeepers.com

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