Q. My husband has Alzheimer’s, and needs more care than I can provide. It's getting harder and harder to take care of him at home, but I’m not sure we can afford long-term care. I recently read something saying that nursing homes … [Read more...]
Critter Corner: Is Nursing Home Compare a Reliable Tool?
Posted on September 22, 2017 · Leave a Comment
Dear Magic, My father’s Alzheimer’s is getting worse and he will likely need skilled nursing home care in the near future. I found Nursing Home Compare in a Google search. Can I rely on this resource to help me find the right … [Read more...]
How to Avoid 3 Scams Following the Massive Equifax Data Breach
Posted on September 20, 2017 · Leave a Comment
Wayne was planning on taking out a home equity loan last year to make his home more accessible for his mother, who was moving in with his family. One of the first things he did was order a credit report from Equifax, Experian, and … [Read more...]
When a Loved One with Dementia is Violent
Posted on September 15, 2017 · Leave a Comment
Q. My uncle Ed recently died in New York, and I got a ride to the funeral with my aunt and my other uncle from South Carolina, who were passing through our area. I hadn’t seen or spoken to them in a while. I knew from my mother … [Read more...]
Critter Corner: The High Stakes of Caregiver Stress
Posted on September 15, 2017 · Leave a Comment
Dear Ribbit, My father has dementia, and right now, my mother is his primary caregiver. I could tell that she is extremely stressed in her role. I know that can’t be good for my father. Have there been any studies about how … [Read more...]
When a Loved One is Alone and in Danger
Posted on September 13, 2017 · Leave a Comment
Last weekend, Randy was walking his dog, when he ran into his friend, Jenny. Jenny seemed really nervous and upset. She explained how her father with dementia was living in a nursing home in Florida, and how he was located in an … [Read more...]
Mastering the Non-Financial Aspects of Retirement
Posted on September 8, 2017 · Leave a Comment
Q. My husband and I are close to retirement age. The life we’ve known so far has included working at our full-time jobs, occasional social events with friends, visits and holidays with family, and the every-day things associated … [Read more...]
