Q. I have been watching the documentary Limitless, with Chris Hemsworth, on Disney+. It’s been fascinating to see what he is doing to stay young and stave off disease. I haven’t seen all of the episodes but read somewhere that Hemsworth found out … [Continue reading]
What Is Brain Fog and What Causes It?
Dear Kiwi and Mango, I’m often in the middle of something, and I forget what I am doing, or I’m talking to someone and forget what I wanted to tell them. What causes my brain to be so “foggy” sometimes, and is there anything I can do to feel sharp … [Continue reading]
20 Tips for Dealing with Stubborn, Aging Parents
Q. Both of my parents suffer from chronic health problems. Their home has a lot of steps and is 800 miles away from us. For years, I have begged them to move near me to a housing community with caring support. Instead, they stayed in Florida and … [Continue reading]
How to Deal with Common Scenarios with Aging Parents
Dear Angel, My parents are getting older and have become more difficult to deal with. It’s even hard to have a conversation with them sometimes, because they are stubborn and unwilling to listen to what I have to say. What are some typical … [Continue reading]
Scientists Discover What Causes Huntington’s Disease, Opening a Potential New Path for Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s Research
Julie Andrews, 87, star of "The Sound of Music," "My Fair Lady," and "Mary Poppins," has been a stalwart advocate in the fight against Huntington's disease for over 30 years. She has been a spokesperson and supporter of the Hereditary Disease … [Continue reading]
Wedding Planners Are Common. Where Are All the Funeral Planners?
Q. My daughter is getting married in the fall, but she isn’t much of a planner and would much rather just attend her big day and have it all planned for her. I am the same way, and to be honest, the details stress me out. To our relief, my mother, … [Continue reading]
Important Things to Keep in Mind if You Are Planning Your Own Funeral
Dear Hayek, A wedding celebrates a beginning, and a funeral acknowledges an ending. During both occasions, friends and family gather together to share an important event in someone’s life. I planned my wedding 40 years ago, and now I want to plan … [Continue reading]
Is Forgetting to Pay Your Bills an Early Sign of Dementia?
Kathryn, a long-distance caregiver, knew her mother was having memory problems but didn't realize how bad things had gotten. This was until she visited her mother and took a closer look at her finances: unpaid bills, unusual cash withdrawals, and, … [Continue reading]
Special Client Alert: Recent Ruling Affects Veteran Clients and Their Families
Today we are issuing this Special Client Alert based on a recent Board of Veterans’ Appeals (BVA) Decision (the “Decision”) about irrevocable trusts and qualifying for Veterans Aid and Attendance (A&A) benefits. If you are a Level 3 client of our … [Continue reading]
What is the Best Father’s Day Gift for a Father Who Is Aging In Place?
We welcome Kiwi and Mango to the Critter Corner team! Read their bios here! --- Dear Kiwi and Mango, Welcome to the Critter Corner team! It’s Father’s Day on Sunday, and I want to get something for my dad who is aging in place. What do you … [Continue reading]
Can an Ingredient in Energy Drinks Increase Your Longevity?
Maureen, 64, is part of a “walking book club.” They meet every morning at 7 a.m. and exercise their bodies and brains as they discuss the book of the week, while logging steps in the neighborhood. Maureen has never been much of a morning person, but … [Continue reading]
Procrastination and Estate Planning: How to Avoid These Disaster Scenarios
Q. My husband keeps procrastinating when it comes to wanting to do our estate planning. I brought up some things that could happen when someone dies without proper planning in place, but it hasn’t been enough to convince him. Can you share some truly … [Continue reading]
June Is National Safety Month — Tips for Senior Loved Ones
Dear Angel, I understand that June is National Safety Month. My mother lives alone, and I want her to stay safe. What is some advice that I can give her to help her stay safe in her home? Thanks so much for your help! Saif Ti -- Dear … [Continue reading]
Fall Forecasting: Can Falls Be Predicted Before They Happen?
Nearly 20,000 people die from unintentional falls every year. Every 11 seconds, an older adult in the US is seen at an emergency department for a fall-related injury, and one out of five falls causes a serious injury such as a broken bone or a head … [Continue reading]
Baby Boomers Face Spike in Homelessness — How to Prepare so It Never Happens to You!
Q. I read in The Washington Post that a quarter of a million baby boomers in the US are estimated by the government to be homeless. That seems like a lot of seniors who don’t have a place to live and likely can’t afford food to eat. I can see how … [Continue reading]
New Study Shows 80% of Seniors Can’t Afford Two Years of Long-Term Care
Dear Angel, I just read that today’s 65-year-old can expect to live at least another 20 years, according to the Social Security Administration! That kind of longevity is definitely a blessing, but given what everything costs today, I’m not sure … [Continue reading]
How Certain Types of Dementia Can Unleash a Person’s Creativity
Arthur (Art) Lee suffers from Lewy body dementia (LBD). Words often fail him and his arms and hands often experience uncontrollable tremors. But somehow, he still paints incredible oil paintings. Whether a portrait, a landscape, or an abstract (on … [Continue reading]
When Cognitive Decline Changes People, Should We Respect Their New Desires?
Q. I read a fascinating piece in The New York Times Magazine recently about a woman named Diane Norelius, who had dementia. As her cognitive decline began to alter who she was, her adult daughters and her boyfriend wound up in a bitter dispute over … [Continue reading]
Why Do Some Individuals Have the Capacity to Maintain Thinking and Cognitive Abilities in the Presence of More Advanced Dementia?
Dear Raider, I recently read about Diane Norelius in The New York Times Magazine. She was a woman with advancing dementia who was able to mask the severity of her condition pretty well by how coherent and well-spoken she was, despite her memory … [Continue reading]
Can You Opt for Hospice Care Even if You Are Not Dying?
Erica Manfred, 80, suffers from lung cancer and COPD. She lives alone, about 1,500 miles away from her only living relative – her daughter. Her friends are all older too, and have their own health concerns, so it would be a last resort to have to … [Continue reading]
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