As tax time draws near, you want to make sure you file all the proper forms and take all deductions you're entitled to. The following are some helpful but often overlooked deductions to keep in mind as you prepare your 2013 … [Read more...]
Is Your Town “Dementia Friendly”?
March 5, 2014 by Leave a Comment
In Watertown, Wisconsin, several local businesses display small purple angel decals in their windows. The decals indicate that the employees inside have been trained in how to recognize customers with dementia and how to best … [Read more...]
And the Oscar for Best Alzheimer’s Patient Goes to. . .
March 3, 2014 by Leave a Comment
Joyce Griffen, a retired anthropology professor at Dartmouth University, spends many hours a week rehearsing and playing different roles. She's not involved in theater and hasn’t been since college. However, in a week’s time, she … [Read more...]
Can Mom Be Discharged From a Nursing Home Against Her Wishes?
February 28, 2014 by Leave a Comment
Q. My mother, Bunny, was told she is being discharged from the nursing home in which she resides. She and I are completely against this. For what reasons may a nursing home discharge a resident and what recourse do we have?A. … [Read more...]
Has Grandpa Lost His Marbles or Am I Losing Mine?
February 27, 2014 by Leave a Comment
Q. My father, Jim, has been a big help to our family. He picks up our daughter, Sophie, from preschool every day and watches her while my husband and I are working, which we are very grateful for. Lately, however, he has been … [Read more...]
Do You Have Alzheimer’s?
February 26, 2014 by Leave a Comment
The Alzheimer's Association recently launched a new online resource, entitled “I Have Alzheimer's Disease,” which provides information and tools to help those with early-stage Alzheimer's or another dementia to cope with the … [Read more...]
Disastrous Estate Planning Mistakes, Part 6
February 25, 2014 by Leave a Comment
In the past, our newsletter featured a series of articles entitled “Lessons Learned from Estate Planning Mistakes of Celebrities,” demonstrating why probate is such a nightmare and lessons that can be learned from the costly … [Read more...]
