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The Ramifications of a Spouse Becoming a Caregiver

Feb 12, 2020 | Caregiving

Caring for a seriously ill spouse can trigger relationship challenges. In the process of change, you can lose your best friend, your love, and your future as you both had imagined it. Promises will change from words spoken in oath on your wedding day to deeds of care...

Continuing Care at Home Rising in Popularity

Feb 5, 2020 | Caregiving

Decades ago in America, it was prevalent that extended family members lived near to one another, providing a system of general support and care for the family young and old. Now many families live far out of reach from the daily lives of their elderly parents save for...

The Future of Medical Devices

Jan 28, 2020 | Healthcare Planning, Medicaid Planning

The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services are looking to the future of the US health care system, and it is projected to be overloaded with seniors needing medical care. In 2010 the US elderly population accounted for about 13 percent of the US population yet...

These Everyday Devices Are Susceptible to Hacking

Jan 21, 2020 | Elder Exploitation

The internet of things (IoT) is responsible for many conveniences via embedded electronic devices, and many seniors are making use of these technologies. It is becoming increasingly common for everyday items like refrigerators, thermostats, and doorbells to be...

Generation X and How it Should Handle Retirement Planning

Jan 15, 2020 | Estate Planning

As Gen Xers enter into their 40s and 50s, it is time for them to become active in the creation and execution of their retirement planning. There are many things to consider, including finances, investments, insurance policies, legal documents, living arrangements, and...

Nursing Homes Face Staffing Shortage

Jan 8, 2020 | Caregiving

There are federal regulatory standards that nursing homes must meet for providing qualified registered nursing staff. According to McKnight’s.com, fully three-quarters of nursing homes seldom meet the federally registered nurse (RN) staffing level guidelines. In...

Watch Out for New Genetic Testing Scams

Dec 31, 2019 | Elder Fraud

An alert has been issued by the US Department of Health and Human Services Office of Inspector General about a fraud scheme that involves genetic testing. The warning is for Medicare beneficiaries across the nation, and the federal government is working with law...

Being Careless with Money Indicative of Dementia

Dec 20, 2019 | Elder Law

Diminishing brain function due to the onset of dementia can lead to the destruction of your financial well-being. If you are age 50 or older, easy access to your financial assets like stocks and bonds, checking and savings accounts, money market accounts, and other...

Addressing Resident Abuse in Seniors Living Facilities

Dec 17, 2019 | Caregiving

If you have an elderly family member or friend living in an assisted living or skilled nursing facility, it is imperative that you stay attuned to the signs of abuse to your loved one. The National Center on Elder Abuse reports the most common types of abuse include...

Be Aware for These Signs of Elder Abuse

Dec 11, 2019 | Elder Law

What is Elder Abuse? Elder abuse is a problem that takes many forms. Unfortunately, many seniors are subjected to elder abuse and often times the abuse goes unreported and the abuser goes unpunished. Elder abuse may take the form of physical abuse, include hitting,...