Why Americans Often Retire Poor
Well managed money brings with it a freedom of lifestyle in retirement. Sadly, reports say that less than 5 percent of Americans will be financially free by the age of 65. Changes in the U.S....
Tips for Seniors to Avoid Medicare Scams
By far the largest types of insurance fraud are scams against government and private health care insurers. Scammers frequently target government insurance like Medicare by stealing newly issued...
A Family Caregiving Meeting Can Help You Plan for an Aging Loved One
A family caregiving meeting is an essential tool when dealing with the care of an aging loved one. These meetings are beneficial for helping to keep all family members abreast of decisions that need...
Breach of Fiduciary Duty in a Business Relationship
If you believe you have been wronged in a business relationship you may have a claim for breach of fiduciary duty. When one party, person, or entity holds a fiduciary duty to another party, person...
Shopping Safety Tips for Seniors
When we think of shopping, there are certain risks that are always a possibility. Unfortunately, seniors are often more vulnerable to these risks. The holiday season often brings with it criminals...
Factors that Affect the Onset of Alzheimer’s Disease
According to the Alzheimer’s Association, Alzheimer’s disease is a type of dementia that causes problems with memory, thinking and behavior. Symptoms usually develop slowly and get worse over time,...
Will Medicare Pay for Long Term Care?
Most people understand that by paying into Social Security throughout their careers, they can receive health care benefits through Medicare starting at age 65. Individuals under age 65 who qualify...
When a Medical Emergency Occurs, Which Hospital Will You Go To?
When you dial 911 for emergency medical services (EMS) your transport may route you to a hospital that is not near your home. While you have the right to ask to be transported to the hospital of...
Planning for When the Power Goes Out
The electronic infrastructure that powers our digital lives, including seniors aging in place, in retirement communities, assisted living facilities, and in nursing homes is a service often taken...
Are You Facing the Challenge of Solo Aging?
For some seniors in the baby boomer generation aging brings with it new challenges in the form of solo aging. Solo aging is a senior who has no children and no younger (or healthier) family members...