It is high time to assess our values, priorities, and overall health in light of the coronavirus pandemic. The little COVID-19 clinical information relating to treatment options and likely outcomes based on personal health history should lead all of us…
The "For the 99.5% Act" was introduced into Congress on March 25th, 2021 by Sen. Bernie Sanders and Rep. Jimmy Gomez. The bill's current form is only 18 pages long, but its potential impact on federal estate and gift tax…
Amazon, Apple, Microsoft, Facebook, and Google are plotting to take over healthcare in the US. Some of the businesses are underway, like storing medical records in the cloud for a fee or using patient forms that have been "anonymized" to…
Gray divorce has become more and more common for Americans aged 50 or older. The term gray divorce generally refers to the baby boomer generation and affects all classes and education levels. Research shows that splitting during middle age is…
In the United States, turning 65 years of age is a milestone on many levels, but before this birthday, there is a hefty checklist that you need to address to continue aging successfully. Overall the most crucial thing to do…
It is essential to bring up a parent's aging expectations and set goals together even though initial discussions may be uncomfortable. Often, an exploration into a parent’s future thoughts about health, finances, and residential plans can make the difference between…
What is Elder Abuse? Elder abuse is a problem that has many forms and different means. Unfortunately, many seniors are subject to elder abuse and often times the abuse goes unreported and the abuser goes unpunished. Elder abuse may take…
With the advent of artificial intelligence senior care is being re-envisioned. There is a need to provide an ever-increasing aging population with consistent and competent health aides. In the United States the healthcare industry employs over 4.5 million nursing aides…
Let's say that your friend Rose has created a trust and she would like you to be her trustee. You want to help, but you’re concerned about all that responsibility. You would be managing Rose’s property for her and for…
Nursing home evictions are an issue many elderly people face. Reports of evictions and complaints against nursing homes attempting to evict patients are widespread. Nursing homes are businesses, and eviction problems often occur for residents when financial issues arise. There…