Rosanna (68) takes more than a dozen medications regularly to treat high blood pressure, heart disease, acid reflux, and other chronic problems. She signed up for Medicare Part D prescription drug coverage a few years ago, hoping … [Read more...]
Part D Donut Hole is Closed, But Does That Mean It’s Going Away?
Posted on February 25, 2020 · Leave a Comment
A Major Change to Therapy/Rehabilitation Coverage for Medicare Patients
Posted on February 21, 2020 · Leave a Comment
Q. At age 62, my father, Paul, was diagnosed with ALS (amyotrophic lateral sclerosis). He can’t walk, get out of bed, or breathe on his own (he’s on a ventilator). He can’t use the toilet, bathe, or dress himself, either. After a … [Read more...]
Critter Corner: Medicare Care Planning Benefit for People with Alzheimer’s
Posted on February 21, 2020 · Leave a Comment
Dear Magic, My mother, Ingrid, was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s. We know that there is no cure and that it only gets worse as time progresses. We’d like to plan in advance to make sure she gets the support services and … [Read more...]
What Happens to the Tangible “Stuff” from a Parent’s Estate?
Posted on February 18, 2020 · Leave a Comment
Sophie and her sister and two brothers grew up in a large home with lots of stuff. Their mother, Nancy, liked the finer things in life including Oriental rugs, artwork, fine jewelry, antiques, and collectible coins. Nancy and her … [Read more...]
Loving Someone with Dementia
Posted on February 14, 2020 · Leave a Comment
Q. Valentine’s Day has always been special for my husband, Charlie, and I. It’s our wedding anniversary and we used to go all out every year celebrating it. Charlie wasn’t much of a romantic until he met me. He’s learned over the … [Read more...]
Critter Corner: Should a Loved One with a Dementia Diagnosis Have a Pet?
Posted on February 14, 2020 · Leave a Comment
Dear Hayek, My grandmother Ruth has a small black mixed-breed pup named Angus. She is very fond of Angus and takes him everywhere. Ruth was diagnosed with dementia a couple of years ago. She still takes good care of Angus, but … [Read more...]
Is the FAMILY Act the Answer to the Caregiving Crisis?
Posted on February 11, 2020 · Leave a Comment
Joan Lunden, former host of Good Morning America and spokesperson for A Place for Mom is more than just an actress, journalist, and TV personality. She is an activist for reform for caregivers, who recently spoke in front of … [Read more...]
