Dear Kiwi and Mango, My wife and I are in the process of doing our estate planning documents. One decision we have yet to make is whether we should tell our heirs what they should expect to inherit, in advance. What are some things we should … [Continue reading]
AI Technology is Doing Amazing Things to Help People with Neurological and Movement Disorders
Keith Thomas, a former Manhattan wealth manager, and his sister, Michelle Bennett, who is now his caregiver, have watched their lives quickly change. In July 2020, at the age of 41, Thomas accidentally dove into a shallow pool, hit his head on the … [Continue reading]
Ten Advantages of Being Older that We Can Be Thankful for This Thanksgiving
It's Thanksgiving week, a perfect time for reflection and gratitude for all that has happened this year. As most of us are aware, the process of aging can present its fair set of challenges, but it’s also important to realize that the positive … [Continue reading]
Can I Get a “Do-Over” When it Comes to Taking Social Security Benefits Too Early?
Dear Raider, I messed up and took my Social Security benefits too early. I realize my costly mistake and am wondering if there is such a thing as a mulligan or a “do-over” when it comes to Social Security benefits, and what my options would … [Continue reading]
2024 Key Elder Law Numbers
When Bob Dylan said, "The times they are a-changin'," his lyrics referenced societal changes in the 1960s. The same lyrics could also apply to Medicare, Medicaid, and Social Security today. Every year, the Farr Law Firm releases the newest … [Continue reading]
What Behavioral Challenges Can You Expect from a Loved One with Dementia?
Dementia poses many challenges for people struggling with it, for caregivers, and for others who are close to them. It can be especially hard to witness and cope with common behaviors that often arise from certain forms of dementia, including … [Continue reading]
Top Benefits Veterans Might Not Be Aware of in 2023
Q. Veterans Day is tomorrow. Our military Veterans have served our country, fought for freedom, and they deserve our utmost respect. My father is a Vietnam Veteran, and he and my mother (and me) are unaware of what benefits might be available to … [Continue reading]
Protecting Veterans from Being Scammed
Dear Angel, I heard that Veterans are being targeted with certain scams. My mother is a Veteran, and I want to protect her from them. Can you provide more information on the most prevalent scams targeting Veterans, so I can make her aware and … [Continue reading]
What Is the Financial Impact of Caregiving? New Report Offers Interesting Insights and Valuable Tips
November is National Caregiving Month, a time to acknowledge the family caregivers who provide assistance to older adults, Veterans, people with disabilities, and those with serious and/or chronic health conditions. These caregivers voluntarily … [Continue reading]
Seven Million Americans Have Mild Cognitive Impairment and May Not Know It
Q. Last week, I read your article about “Tip-of-the Tongue” moments, where someone can forget a word occasionally. I was relieved when you said, for the most part, this is not a sign of dementia and can be associated with normal aging. What I am … [Continue reading]
How Fast Does Alzheimer’s Typically Progress?
Dear Kiwi and Mango, My friend’s husband was recently diagnosed with Alzheimer’s. They want to go do all of the items on his bucket list while he still has his wits about him. I’m wondering if you know how fast Alzheimer’s typically progresses. … [Continue reading]
Be Very Afraid: Our Top 10 Scariest Articles of 2023
Halloween is today, so now is the perfect time to add a bit of fright to your day with this year’s spookiest articles. From a man who swapped blood with his 17-year-old son in hopes of increasing his longevity to a scammer who perfectly mimicked a … [Continue reading]
Are “Tip-of-the-Tongue” Moments Normal or a Cause for Concern?
Q. Not long ago, I used to have a great command of the English language, but now I keep forgetting simple words during a conversation. I’ll be having a conversation, then stop because a word is on the tip of my tongue. Sometimes I’ll find it after an … [Continue reading]
Could a Dog Dementia Cure Work in Humans?
Dear Hayek, I read that dogs can get dementia and that there are some successful treatments available. I find this to be fascinating. Could these same treatments that work in dogs possibly work in humans? Thanks for your help! Kay … [Continue reading]
Is a Reverse Mortgage a Good Strategy in This Economy?
If you’re a homeowner nearing retirement age, you’ve probably seen the TV commercials about reverse mortgages. Tom Selleck offers a friendly explanation of reverse mortgages and how people use them. How accurate is what he and other proponents of … [Continue reading]
Top Five Reasons Banks Won’t Accept a Power of Attorney and What You Can Do About It
Q. My aunt signed a Power of Attorney naming her son, my cousin Andy, as her POA. When Andy took it to the bank, he was told that the document had to be on the bank’s form to be valid. This happened in Texas, but I’m concerned that the same thing … [Continue reading]
Why Would an 18-Year-Old Need a Power of Attorney?
Dear Raider, A friend told me that when her son headed to college, they had a Power of Attorney drafted for him. Isn’t 18 way too young to think about these types of things? Why would an 18-year-old need a Power of Attorney or other estate … [Continue reading]
Red Flags When Walking and Driving May Be Indicative of Dementia
Some people take wide turns when they are walking or driving and get disoriented easily. Some drive slowly, while others are fast and erratic. Some get lost in their own neighborhood or have momentary lapses where they forget which pedal is which. … [Continue reading]
Three Things Most People Get Wrong About Estate Planning
Q. I just saw that it’s Estate Planning Awareness Month! We had our estate planning documents done through your firm a couple years ago. I’m trying to convince my sister and parents to do the same, but they have some objections, claiming that estate … [Continue reading]
Do People See More of a Need for Estate Planning Due to Inflation?
Dear Hayek, Estate planning is very important, in my opinion. Inflation, however, has made many of us reconsider our priorities when it comes to our financial futures. Is there any correlation to inflation and people seeing more of a need or less … [Continue reading]
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