Dear Kiwi and Mango, I recently noticed my mother was having mobility problems. We were at a family gathering this past weekend, and she was in the living room when she lost her balance and fell. This happened a few other … [Read more...]
Print This PageCritter Corner: Helping a Loved One Feel More at Home in a Nursing Home
January 15, 2025 by
Dear Angel,My mom just moved to a nursing home and I want her to be happy and comfortable. Although she seems content, she has asked once or twice about returning home. What are the best ways to address this? Also, how can I … [Read more...]
Print This PageAmericans Risk Losing Life Savings When CCRCs Go Bankrupt
January 15, 2025 by
Bob Curtis, 87, and his wife, Sandy, put down over $840,000 to live in a continuing care retirement community (CCRC) known as The Harborside, following the sale of their home three years prior. The couple expected to spend the … [Read more...]
Print This PageCan You Donate Your Pacemaker and Other Internal Medical Devices When You Die?
January 7, 2025 by
If you have a pacemaker and/or an ICD (implantable cardiac defibrillator) or know someone who has a pacemaker and/or ICD, please read this important article. Each year, approximately 2.5 million individuals all over the world will … [Read more...]
Print This PageCritter Corner: Can Used Pacemakers be Donated to Pets?
January 7, 2025 by
Dear Raider,In early December, I came across a post on Facebook that showed an X-ray of a dog with an implanted pacemaker. The post read:“If you have a pacemaker, you can put it in your Will to have your pacemaker donated … [Read more...]
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Warren Buffett Explains How You Should Avoid Surprises When Your Will Is Read
December 18, 2024 by
Warren Buffett, 94, is one of the richest men in the world. He has put lots of thought into his investments, as well as his Estate Planning. Buffett, who recently updated his Estate Planning documents, plans to give away all of … [Read more...]
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