If you have an aging relative living in Phoenix and often wonder if they are having trouble keeping up financially with paying bills? Here are 10 things to look for during your next visit home.

The top ten list was designed by Home Instead Senior Care and the National Association of Area Agencies on Aging for families to spot if the downturn in the economy is impacting your aging senior.  If you’re a family caregiver, ask yourself the following questions:

1. Is your senior’s home too warm in the summer and too cold in the winter?
2. Is the lawn not getting mowed nor is the sidewalk getting cleaned in inclement weather?
3. Is your loved one complaining about not being able to afford medications?
4. Are home repairs not getting made?
5. Is there a shortage of food in the house?
6. Is your elderly loved one skipping doctor’s appointments?
7. Is your older adult staying home more and becoming isolated?
8. Is your senior cutting out entertainment?
9. Does your loved one eat out less?
10. Did your senior cancel a vacation?

Contact your local Area Agency on Aging or Home Instead Senior Care Austin, if you’re an older adult experiencing difficulties because of the economy.  Or, if you have a financial issue, contact the Garrett Planning Network.

Greater Phoenix Assisted Living Alternative & Central Phoenix Assisted Living Alternative helps elders and seniors live safely at home. Call 623.583.5868, 602.265.8228 or 480.991.3959 for Home Care and Independence.