Q. My husband, Steven, and I have lived in Northern Virginia for nearly 40 years, and we have no plans of moving. We are original owners of our home, and our mortgage has been paid off since 1998. Our children all live close by, so we are hoping to … [Continue reading]
How Can I Get a Free At-Home COVID-19 Test if I’m on Medicare?
Dear Hayek, My daughter was convinced that she had the omicron variant of COVID-19 last month but couldn’t get a test at any of the local pharmacies because they were sold out everywhere. It turns out she had to wait a few days and was able to … [Continue reading]
How One Journalist Helped Her Father Die
If you’re someone who is suffering from a terminal illness, and you have only a few months to live, should you be allowed to choose how and when to die? Ten states in the United States now let patients do just that — a practice referred to as medical … [Continue reading]
Does My Infant Grandson Have an Autism Spectrum Disorder?
Q. My daughter and son-in-law both work full-time, and I watch my 9-month old grandson, Caden, every day during the week. My daughter takes me with her to his doctor’s appointments, where they provide us with CDC guidelines for where he should be at … [Continue reading]
Are Cats a Good Idea for Families with Children Who Have Autism? And Is It Good for the Cat?
Dear Angel, My son has an Autism Spectrum Disorder, and we are thinking of getting a family pet. I read somewhere that adding a cat to the family might be good for a child with autism. This is making us think of adopting a cat from our local … [Continue reading]
Opus: A New Kind of Senior Living for Middle-Income Seniors
Linda Helfet, 78, and her husband Bill Hilliker, 86, planned to grow old in their condominium, located just outside of Boston. Plans changed when their sons moved away to different parts of the country. They had to rethink their living situation, … [Continue reading]
Our 21 Top Articles of 2021
As the coronavirus pandemic continues, we reflect on the challenges that last year (2021) presented, and all of us here at the Farr Law Firm were glad to see it go and are hopeful for a healthier 2022! Those who read our newsletter or follow our … [Continue reading]
What Can I Expect from Social Security in 2022?
Dear Oakley, Happy New Year! I remember reading that the Social Security Cost of Living Adjustment was at a record high for 2022. Are there any other important things I should know about Social Security this year? Thanks for your help! Cole … [Continue reading]
Does the No Surprises Act Protect Seniors Against Unanticipated Medical Bills?
Ever open your mailbox to find a surprise medical bill you completely did not expect? Perhaps you had an emergency and had to go to the nearest doctor or hospital to receive care? What if you were not yet on Medicare or have a Medicare advantage plan … [Continue reading]
Happy New Year from the Farr Law Firm!
Robin Williams Would Have Been 70 This Year — What We Now Know About His Lewy Body Dementia
On July 21, 2021, comedian and actor Robin Williams would have turned 70. Seven years prior, he suffered from an undiagnosed neurodegenerative disease, later determined to be Lewy Body Dementia, which led him to take his own life. Williams’ … [Continue reading]
Happy Holidays From The Farr Law Firm!
Second-Term U.S. Surgeon General Vows to Combat Senior Loneliness and Isolation
Dr. Vivek Murthy, second-term U.S. Surgeon General, is the grandson of a poor farmer in India. He remembers something his grandfather told him when he was younger, that “(w)e are responsible for each other.” In his travels across the United States … [Continue reading]
Apple’s New Right of Survivorship Update Eases Access to Your iCloud Digital Assets
Q. I’ve read a few of your articles on planning for digital assets and have found them to be very helpful. As a grandmother, I take tons of photos and have found that I am using the cloud more often to store them, important documents, and lots of … [Continue reading]
What Happens to Your Health Savings Account (HSA) After You Die?
Dear Angel, I contribute to a Health Savings Account regularly for prescriptions, medical appointments, supplies, and other medical expenses that aren’t otherwise covered. It ends up being a hefty amount after a while. What’s the best way to … [Continue reading]
Things Not to Do When You Get Older
Upon turning 50, Steven Petrow, an award-winning journalist and author best known for his articles in the Washington Post and New York Times, started a new project. Inspired by his 70-something-year-old parents, he began assembling a list of “things … [Continue reading]
SAGE Test Helps Families Test Senior Cognitive Ability
Dear Oakley, I heard that there is a test where you can identify early signs of dementia at home. Can you tell me more about it? Thanks for your help! Tess Tatthome --- Dear Tess, The SAGE test (Self-Administered Gerocognitive … [Continue reading]
What Is the Connection Between Alzheimer’s and Diabetes?
Q. My sister is overweight, and her doctor says she is prediabetic. She is trying to become healthier and exercise more often to prevent it from becoming diabetes. She read somewhere that there is a correlation between diabetes and Alzheimer’s. I … [Continue reading]
How Dangerous Is the Omicron Variant for Seniors?
Carol and her husband, Scott, are considering visiting their friends in Florida for Christmas. They are thinking about driving to save money on airfare. They were all ready to go but are deciding whether to change their plans because of the emergence … [Continue reading]
Maximize Your Impact with Your 2021 Charitable Giving
Q. My dad and I enjoy running races. In the coming weeks, there aren’t any races coming up for the causes we care most about, so we were hoping to go on our own and donate to them ourselves. Are there any rules we should know about when it comes to … [Continue reading]
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