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Simplify Car Travel With Older Loved Ones

Planning to take an elder on a vacation involving car travel? Thorough preparation is the key to success, especially for a person with special healthcare needs.

October 18, 2022

Get Your Affairs in Order

Organizing important papers and getting personal and financial affairs in order is a smart idea and wonderful gift to your loved ones.

October 18, 2022

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How the Inflation Reduction Act Will Lower Drug Costs

The Inflation Reduction Act signed into law in August includes significant improvements to the Medicare program, which will kick in over the next few years.

September 20, 2022

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Hire an In-Home Helper for an Aging Parent

Getting an in-home helper for a parent, to handle some of the day-to-day chores, is a smart idea that can make a big difference keeping them independent longer.

August 16, 2022

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Downsizing an Act of Love

How does one go about downsizing from a three-bedroom house to a tiny, shared one-bedroom home? It’s emotionally wrenching, and sometimes you need a referee.

August 3, 2022

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KIDNAPPING GRANDAD: SOMETIMES IT’S OK TO LIE

Could I be accused of kidnapping Grandad in order to move him into assisted living near me? I hoped not. Fortunately, we were all happy with the arrangement.

August 3, 2022

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Medicare Covers Alzheimer’s Disease

Here’s a breakdown of how Medicare covers Alzheimer’s disease, along with some tips that can help you plan ahead.

June 23, 2022

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Get Help as an Elder Orphan

Worried about being an elder orphan? Find someone honest and reliable to look after your estate, health, and long-term care when you can’t do it yourself.

April 4, 2022