Dear Angel,My mom has Alzheimer’s and I am thinking about bringing a cat into the house to help calm her down when she gets agitated. Is pet therapy effective for those with Alzheimer’s and do you think it’s a good idea for … [Read more...]
Critter Corner: Would a Pet be Beneficial for my Mom with Alzheimer’s?
March 24, 2016 by Leave a Comment
Alzheimer’s Lost Memories May Be Recoverable
March 22, 2016 by Leave a Comment
Jennifer was 42 years-old when she was diagnosed with early-onset Alzheimer’s. She was heartbroken at first, wondering if she would remember the details of her first love, her child's wobbly first steps, her overseas travels, or … [Read more...]
Long-Term Care Insurance: Yes or No?
March 17, 2016 by Leave a Comment
Q. Long-term care is a subject we’ve been avoiding for years, but as we are getting older and less able to do things for ourselves due to physical ailments, my wife and I finally sat down to talk about it. At first, long-term care … [Read more...]
Critter Corner: Is There a Federal Long-Term Care Insurance Option?
March 16, 2016 by Leave a Comment
Dear Commander Bun Bun,I am 58 and still working. I understand that long-term care insurance through insurance companies is expensive, and that there are risks involved. I was wondering if there is government solution to … [Read more...]
What Aging Parents Really Want from Their Adult Children
March 15, 2016 by Leave a Comment
Ellen, 75, was thrilled at first when her daughter, Samantha, moved back to Northern Virginia with her family. She loved seeing her grandchildren and enjoyed being there for their concerts, soccer games, and birthday parties. Her … [Read more...]
New, Overlooked, and Odd Tax Deductions for Seniors
March 11, 2016 by Leave a Comment
Q. With tax season upon us, I am preparing for the grueling task of filing my taxes. I am aware that every year, the IRS makes a litany of changes to the tax code and Congress often weighs in with its own alterations as … [Read more...]
Critter Corner: Lawmakers Introduce Bill to Provide Tax Credit for Caregiving Expenses
March 10, 2016 by Leave a Comment
Dear Baxter,I read something about a Bill that was just introduced to provide tax credit for caregiving. I am a part-time caregiver for my father and work 20 hours a week at my job. Iwould be interested in learning more about … [Read more...]
