Almost all older adults recognize the importance of estate planning. Yet, nearly half of Americans age 55 or more do not have a will, and even fewer have designated powers of attorney, a living will, or health care directives. These…
In America, being healthy and secure as you age is very expensive on many levels. The financial toll for millions of the elderly and those families who do their best to care for and support them. Long-term care facilities and…
There has been a deep crisis in government oversight of long-term care facilities, according to an article in the New York Times. Inspection of rehabilitation facilities is inadequate, and we, the public, had best not rely on reporting inspection results.…
Many financial experts believe that waiting until your aging parent is in cognitive decline to talk finance is a mistake. It will take time to gather all the information you need for a complete financial assessment of their aging needs.…
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…