Dear Angel, Every year when I go for my annual checkup or a sick visit, I leave feeling uninformed. Maybe I don't ask the right questions. What are some things that you recommend that seniors ask their … [Read more...]
Should Doctors Ask Older People If They Have Guns at Home?
Posted on August 10, 2018 · Leave a Comment
Q. I took my father for his routine physical appointment last week. The doctor asked him all kinds of questions, but didn't inquire about whether he owns a gun. He actually owns three guns, and I'm … [Read more...]
Recent Law Expands Coverage of Chronic Care Through Medicare
Posted on August 3, 2018 · Leave a Comment
Q. My wife and I are considering moving to a home in a more rural part of the area, with more land and less traffic. It has been her dream to live away from the hustle and bustle of Northern Virginia for quite a while, but to … [Read more...]
Critter Corner: Using Telehealth to Age-in-Place
Posted on August 3, 2018 · Leave a Comment
Dear Ribbit, I am interested in possibly using telehealth instead of visiting the doctor's office. What are the advantages of doing so? Thanks, Em Helth --- Dear Em, Telehealth (sometimes also known as mHealth), is … [Read more...]
Adult Children Seek Guardianship of Their Astronaut Dad, Buzz Aldrin
Posted on August 1, 2018 · Leave a Comment
In July 1969, the first person to set foot on the moon's surface was Neil Armstrong. Nine minutes later, Edwin Eugene "Buzz" Aldrin Jr. touched down. History was made! On the 50th anniversary of Apollo 11 next year, astronaut … [Read more...]
The Biggest Misconceptions About A Power of Attorney
Posted on July 27, 2018 · Leave a Comment
Q. My lifelong friend, Peter, has an aunt who was never married and never had children of her own. Peter was the closest family member she had, but she was not a very trusting person, and didn't trust Peter or anyone, especially … [Read more...]
Critter Corner: Can Dad Still Manage his Finances?
Posted on July 27, 2018 · Leave a Comment
Dear Bebe, My dad has mild cognitive impairment. Sometimes he's completely out of it, while at other times he seems like himself. When he’s out of it, he does silly and sometimes reckless things involving money. What are some … [Read more...]
