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Drawbacks of Reverse Mortgages
You see the commercials all the time. Get money from the equity you have built up in your home. But what are the downsides of this financial arrangement?
Read MoreShould Your Elder Be Driving
Every American remembers when they first got their drivers license and went out driving alone. It represented the first step in becoming an adult and freedom. How do you handle taking away that freedom from an aging parent?
Read MoreFive Steps to Make Medications Affordable
For the elderly on a fix income, medication is a major expense. Here are some ways you can make them more affordable.
Read MoreWhat is Hospice Care?
Many people have heard of hospice care but few truly understand what it is. When is the right time for hospice care?
Read MoreIs Long-Term Care Insurance Right for You?
Having long-term care insurance is a good idea, right? For some people it just doesn’t make sense.
Read MoreMedicare Coverage for Long-Term Care
Millions of Americans over the age of 65 utilize Medicare health coverage. But very few fully understand what is covered and what is not.
Read MoreAlzheimer’s Safety
Safety for the elderly in the home is challenging. It is even more challenging when the elderly person also suffers from Alzheimer's disease.
Read MoreEvaluating a Geriatric Care Manager
Making sure an aging loved one is getting the care they need can be a full time job. Many people utilize geriatric car managers to assist them. Here is what you should know when evaluating a geriatric care manager.
Read MorePaying Family Care Givers
It isn’t uncommon to be unable to pay for needed home care but to have too much money to qualify for assistance. One solution may be to pay a family member.
Read MoreWarning Signs of Financial Abuse of an Elder Family Member
There are many forms of abuse. One that is common for the elderly is financial.
Read MoreWhat are Geriatric Care Managers
Making decisions about the long term care of a elder in your family can be very difficult. In matters like this it is sometimes best to use the professional services of geriatric care managers.
Read MoreLegal and Financial Matters When Considering Long Term Care for an Elder
When helping to care for an elderly family member there is more than just physical needs that need to be attended to. There are many legal and financial matters that also need to be considered.
Read MoreMaking a Realistic Commitment to Caring for an Elder
Caring for an elder in your family is a big commitment. It is very important that all members of the family including the elder discuss all the options available.
Read MoreThe Top 6 Tips for Getting the Right Health Coverage After 65
Getting the right health coverage that you can afford is a real challenge. Here are some simple tips that can help you get the most bang for your buck.
Read MoreSafety Tips for the Elderly for Outside the Home
Just because as we age we are not as physically fit does not mean we need to stop enjoying the world and being independent. But it also doesn’t mean that we shouldn’t accept the physical limitations that come with age. Here are some safety tips for the elderly when they travel from the home.
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