It’s predicted that nearly 50 percent of seniors will require long-term care at some stage of their lives. If you are an adult 65 or more, the percentage moves up to 70 percent. However, the demand for long-term care far…
At the end of our lives, our last will and testament will lay out who shall receive our property, and which person (called the executor) will be in charge of settling our estate. For many reasons, beneficiaries can feel slighted…
Because of the coronavirus, our elder population is experiencing isolation from their family and extended community interaction, increasing the likelihood of neglect. With the flu season fast approaching this isolation and the possibility of a resurgence of COVID-19, older Americans…
Your parent is returning home after a long stay in the hospital and in-patient rehabilitation after recently having a stroke. The care providers assure you that your parent will be fine returning home, but you still worry. How can…
When Mom and Dad bought a timeshare in a holiday resort awhile ago, the resort agent suggested that they sign a deed leaving the share to their children, so that when the parents passed, the kids could continue to enjoy…
Today, COVID-19 has left many unprepared and confused. There are numerous reports of shortages of antibacterial hand sanitizer, disinfecting wipes, and even toilet paper. While we can’t predict when something like COVID-19 might strike, we can take steps to prepare…
It is unfortunate that criminals come out of the woodwork whenever people are vulnerable or in need, and nobody needs reminding, these days, how many of us are in precisely that condition. The opportunities to exploit fear and need are…
As we get closer to the Biden Administration taking office, it is worth looking at the pledges and potential policies put forth. With a Democratic president, the House with a Democratic majority, and a closely divided Senate we could see…
Even though you understand your loved one's dementia behaviors are a symptom of the disease and not intentional or personally targeted to you, coping with them is often emotionally, financially, and physically challenging. Dementia, in particular, the prevalence of Alzheimer's…
Ten common myths about risks for Alzheimer's disease Studies show that the most common worry for Americans as they age is memory loss, outpacing fears of insufficient monies, and loneliness. The most prevalent among all dementia is Alzheimer's disease. According…