Q. My father is a Vietnam Veteran who will almost certainly need nursing home care in the future. Will the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) nursing home system take care of him for free? Are VA nursing homes as good as private ones? Are there many … [Continue reading]
Veteran’s Benefits for Spouses
Dear Hayek, Welcome to the Critter Corner team! I'm hoping you can help answer my question about veteran's benefits. My wife was a veteran before she passed away last year. I miss her dearly and am just getting around to figuring … [Continue reading]
Miss Your Grandmother?. . . Then Rent One!
Anna's mother died when she was six, and she was raised by her grandmother, Betty. Anna had a close relationship with Betty and has many fond memories of their time together. Betty lived a long life and died at the age of 92. Anna misses her … [Continue reading]
Is it Possible to Outgrow Autism?
Q. My son is fourteen years old and we’ve had a challenging time with him throughout his childhood, but his transformation since has been remarkable. At three, his preschool teacher suggested that we get him checked for autism. He wasn’t looking her … [Continue reading]
What Happens When a Person with Autism Becomes an Adult?
Dear Bebe, My niece, Amelia, has an Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), but is high-functioning. What happens to most children with ASD when they transition to adulthood? Thanks! Will Shebeokay — Dear … [Continue reading]
When Your Adult Child Distances Themselves
Carla, age 38, is a helpful and caring adult daughter. She lives five miles from her parents and assists her mother with caregiving for her father, who suffers from early-onset Alzheimer’s disease. She scaled back her hours at work and made … [Continue reading]
Where Not to Die This Year
Q. I own a home in Bethesda, MD, but was told I should sell it and move to another state. My 96-year old best friend Sheila insists that “it is expensive to die in Maryland” and I'm beginning to think she is right. Sheila lives in DC, and from what I … [Continue reading]
Gift Tax Limit for 2019
Dear Magic, Our daughter is getting married, and she and her fiancé are buying a home. She asked if my wife and I could contribute what we would pay for a wedding ($30,000) towards a home instead, since she only wants a simple exchange of vows at the … [Continue reading]
How Do You Want to Be Remembered?
When Jennifer’s father died, her first worry was about her mother and how she will recover. Her mother was so shocked and saddened when it happened that she didn’t want to get out of bed and face the world, let alone deal with paperwork. Luckily, … [Continue reading]
Is Home Care Covered by Medicare?
Q. My sister, Betty, is 68 years old and has Parkinson's disease. Her symptoms include tremors, impaired balance, difficulty walking and talking, anxiety, and confusion, at times. Her limited mobility makes it difficult for her to leave the home for … [Continue reading]
How Do I Know if Assisted Living is Right for My Dad?
Dear Ernie and Jannette, My father is considering assisted living. He wants me to help him choose a facility. I honestly don’t know where to begin or if assisted living is even right for him. How can I know? Thanks!Anita Knowmore—-Dear … [Continue reading]
How Dementia Affects the Body AND the Brain
Please note: There was an incorrect link in today's newsletter. To reach the "Is Home Care Covered by Medicare?" article, please click here. We apologize for the inconvenience. —- Rob is in his early 70’s and was recently diagnosed with dementia. His … [Continue reading]
How Will Divorce Affect My Estate Planning?
Q. My husband and I completed our estate planning documents ten years ago. Now that we are both ready for retirement, we have decided to go our separate ways. We have been separated for a while now, and divorce is imminent. What happens to the estate … [Continue reading]
Why Should I Bother with Estate Planning?
Dear Bebe, My mom keeps telling my wife and I that we should make an appointment to get our estate planning done. I am in my early 40's and in good health, and have a 10 year old child. Why should I think about estate planning now? Please convince me … [Continue reading]
Using a Reverse Mortgage to Age in Place
Jim and Julie have lived in Northern Virginia for forty years and have no plans of moving. They are original owners of their home and their mortgage has long since been paid off. They are active in their community and truly love their neighbors and … [Continue reading]
A CAPABLE Program for Aging-in-Place
Q. With a bad back and arthritis in her knees, my 76-year-old mother, Gwen, struggles to walk down the steps outside her home to go out. Afraid of falling, she often opts to stay inside rather than brave the loose railings out front. Inside, my mom’s … [Continue reading]
Did Karl Lagerfeld Just Leave $210 Million to His Cat?
Dear Angel, I heard that Karl Lagerfeld, Chanel’s late artistic director, left the bulk of his £150 million fortune (approximately $210 million dollars according to today’s exchange rate) to his cat, Choupette. It makes me wish that I was her (the … [Continue reading]
Why Guardianship Should Be a Last Resort
Terri Black had always planned to care for her widowed father in her home if he ever became too frail to care for himself. When her father’s dementia and other health issues became too much to handle, her father’s girlfriend, Helen Natko, called and … [Continue reading]
Do You Need to Pay Taxes if You Are Only Collecting Social Security?
Q. My husband and I plan to retire when we turn 70 and hope to live the “American dream.” We have saved our whole life to be able to enjoy our summers up north and our winters in Florida. After decades of having Social Security payroll taxes withheld … [Continue reading]
How Does the Tax Act Change Things for Seniors?
Dear Magic, I am working on my 2018 taxes now. I understand that the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act is in effect for this year's taxes. How does this tax reform affect U.S. citizens ages 65 and older? Any financial credits still available for family … [Continue reading]
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