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]
Am I a Helicopter Child, and If So, Why is That a Bad Thing?
Q. I heard my sister and brother talking about my mother's care the other day when they thought I couldn't hear them. I distinctly remember them mentioning the term "helicopter child," and they were referring to me! I have heard the term … [Continue reading]
Mistakes Adult Siblings Make When Caregiving for a Parent
Dear Bebe, When I was growing up, I was the organized one who was responsible and did what he was told, and my sister was also pretty on-top of things. My brother—not so much. Now, we are at a point where we need to work together to be caregivers … [Continue reading]
Evan Farr Speaks at NARFE Luncheon
This was excerpted from the June 2018 National Active & Retired Federal Employees Association, Dulles Chapter 1241, newsletter: "Evan Farr, nationally known expert on estate planning gave an interesting and informative presentation to … [Continue reading]
Depression and Suicide Prevention: What to Do When a Loved One is Depressed
The suicides of Anthony Bourdain and Kate Spade last week left most people in shock. Two exceptionally creative talents, who shared their passions with the world and seemed to have it all, took their own lives. Their untimely deaths have prompted … [Continue reading]
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