In July 1969, the first person to set foot on the moon's surface was Neil Armstrong. Nine minutes later, Edwin Eugene "Buzz" Aldrin Jr. touched down. History was made! On the 50th anniversary of Apollo 11 next year, astronaut Buzz Aldrin, 88, … [Continue reading]
The Biggest Misconceptions About A Power of Attorney
Q. My lifelong friend, Peter, has an aunt who was never married and never had children of her own. Peter was the closest family member she had, but she was not a very trusting person, and didn't trust Peter or anyone, especially when it came to … [Continue reading]
Can Dad Still Manage his Finances?
Dear Bebe, My dad has mild cognitive impairment. Sometimes he's completely out of it, while at other times he seems like himself. When he’s out of it, he does silly and sometimes reckless things involving money. What are some signs that my dad can … [Continue reading]
Does High Blood Pressure Cause Dementia?
Each day, Dr. Walter Koroshetz, 65, takes a pill as part of his effort to help keep his brain healthy and sharp. The medicine isn't some miracle drug or a vitamin to stave off memory loss. The pill is his blood pressure medication. He also keeps his … [Continue reading]
What Should I do After My Full-Time Caregiving Role Ends?
Dear Angel, My husband has dementia and he will be entering a nursing home soon. I've been his full-time, in-home caregiver for ten years and in all honesty, I can't even imagine what life will be like when I'm not in this role. Of course, I'll … [Continue reading]
Can Caregiving Lead to PTSD?
Q. I was a caregiver for my father-in-law two decades ago, and I experienced a terrible scare. I took him into my home when he developed fronto-temporal dementia and he lived with my family. He would get angry at me a lot and sometimes even violent, … [Continue reading]
Sign Language Gives People with Dementia a Way to Speak
John “Alec” Stephenson, an administrator at the Silverado Aspen Park memory care community in Salt Lake City, raised a son with a hearing impairment. As many parents of children who are hearing impaired, the family embraced sign language as a means … [Continue reading]
What’s my REAL Risk of Needing Long-term Care?
Q. I just turned 65, but I don't feel a day over 50! Although I feel much younger than I am, I decided not to fight everything that comes with aging, but to embrace it and plan for it, so I am ready for whatever life has in store for me. I am on … [Continue reading]
Having a Furry Friend May Extend Your Life
Dear Bebe, I am considering getting a cat similar to you for my mother, who lives alone and doesn't get much exercise. I heard pets have been known to promote longevity and social interaction. If it's okay with her and her landlord, do you think … [Continue reading]
What is the Difference Between Hospice and Palliative Care?
Penny's father was being discharged from the hospital after his latest fainting spell from low blood pressure. Having suffered from Parkinson's for more than 20 years, he regressed during his stay, and he was having serious trouble swallowing. The … [Continue reading]
When Caregiver Stress Becomes Extreme
Q. My aunt Rae, 84, was the primary caregiver for my Uncle Leo, who suffers from dementia. Leo would wander, so Rae couldn't leave him alone, and she missed the conversations she and Leo used to have. Rae became resentful and depressed because she … [Continue reading]
Dealing with the Emotions of Caregiving
Dear Ribbit, I recently became a caregiver for my mother after she had a stroke. I am completely new at this, being a single woman in my 40's. Many emotions are beginning to surface, such as anger, anxiety, irritability, frustration, and even … [Continue reading]
I’m Finally Taking a Vacation — What to Do About Caregiving Duties
Caroline's sister and her family live in sunny Tampa, Florida. She's been wanting to visit for three years now, ever since her sister's family bought their house near the beach. But it has been tough to get away, since Caroline is a live-in caregiver … [Continue reading]
When Should I Plan for Long-Term Care?
Dear Angel, I read somewhere that I should start planning for long-term care now. I am only 40. That seems young. Is this correct and why? Thanks! Jus Fortee —- Dear Jus, What you read is correct. Advisors recommend that clients … [Continue reading]
Long-Term Care Insurance: That Wasn’t Supposed to Happen!
Q. When my mom was in her 50's, long-term care insurance seemed like a great idea. She bought a policy while she and my father were still relatively healthy, paid their monthly premiums on time every month, and in return they thought they'd be able … [Continue reading]
Your Last Wishes Can be as Unique as You Are
Katie was born on July 4th. She got married on that day also and gave birth to her son on July 6th (he was due on the 4th). She was in the military and is a proud American. For her, Independence Day and fireworks have special meaning. So, when she … [Continue reading]
Do CCRCs (Life Plan Communities) Have a Capitalization Problem?
By Jack Cumming Starting a senior housing enterprise or opening a new facility requires sizable investments in real estate, planning, building, and marketing. It is capital intensive. It is also a trust business in which aging residents entrust … [Continue reading]
Is Medicare Going Broke?
Q. I was reading the news online, as I do every morning, and saw the headline, "Medicare to go broke three years earlier than expected, trustees say". This is alarming to me. Is it true? A. Earlier this month, the Medicare Board of Trustees issued … [Continue reading]
What Does the 2018 Medicare Trustees Report Say About Social Security?
Dear Magic, I read that the 2018 Medicare Trustees Report was recently released. There have been some alarming headlines about the future of Medicare, but I haven't seen anything about Social Security. Based on the findings in the report, what … [Continue reading]
Not Alone: A Daughter and Her Dad Battle Parkinson’s Together
When Kelly's dad was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease 20 years ago, she researched the disease and the best treatment options for him. Little did she know that she too would be diagnosed with the same devastating disease four years later, at the … [Continue reading]
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