As defined by the courts, a guardian is someone appointed to make decisions about health care, living arrangements and other personal issues for a protected person. A conservator is appointed to make financial decisions such as entering into contracts, paying bills and investing assets for a protected person. How much power do they have over …
Guardian vs. Conservator: What’s the difference? Read More »
A new national survey shows this sluggish economy is definitely impacting people with disabilities here and across the country. As reported recently by KARE-11 News, the Arc Legislative Action Center of the United States conducted a survey that found some startling facts. Forty-six percent of parents said they have more caregiving responsibilities than they can …
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When was the last time you had a break from taking care of your elderly parents? Can’t remember? Then it’s been too long. Let’s face it. Even though you love Mom and Dad dearly and believe taking care of them is the right thing to do, sometimes it wears you down. You haven’t had time …
Can you imagine a time when your elderly parent might find bill-paying overwhelming? Or make more and more mistakes with the checking account? Or simply prefer not to deal with the hassle of selling the house or a car? If so, it would be good to talk with your Mom or Dad about choosing someone …
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If you’re shopping for home health care, the types of licenses sounds like a crazy alphabet soup—A, B, C, F. What does it all mean? What class of service is right for you? And what about Medicare certification? Here’s a guide to Minnesota home care licenses. Class A License – Issued to professional home care …
Does Dad have a mysterious new scrape on his car? Did Mom run over a curb in the parking lot because she just didn’t see it? While one mishap doesn’t mean it’s time to stop driving (after all, middle-aged drivers do these same things, too), if you see a pattern of accidents, poor judgment, and …
If you or your elderly parents are weighing the pros and cons of getting home health care services or moving to an assisted living facility, the costs are not as different as you might expect—see the comparison below. For most people, the decision is very personal: would you be happier living at home and having …
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Pinnacle Services, Inc. is highlighted in the Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal’s Fast 50. The Fast 50 ranks the fastest growing companies in the Twin Cities metropolitan area. This is the first time Pinnacle Services has appeared on the list. Pinnacle ranked #36. “We are honored to be included on the Fast 50 especially during these …
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Pinnacle Services, Inc. was highlighted for a fourth consecutive year in Inc. Magazine’s prestigious “Inc. 5,000” list that recognizes the country’s fastest-growing private companies. Pinnacle Services holds position 3,108 on this year’s list, up 796 spots from last year when Pinnacle ranked 3,934. The Inc. 5,000 provides the most comprehensive, statistical look at the economy. …
Pinnacle Services Named to Inc 5000 for Fourth Consecutive Year Read More »
How would you feel if someone you’ve barely met follows you into the bathroom to help? How well would you rest if a strange woman is sitting in your kitchen drinking coffee while you nap? And what if that person is constantly reminding you to take your pills, use less salt, and throw out leftovers? …
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