Q. My sister, Peggy, recently became a full-time caregiver for our 72-year old father, Joe. Since he served during the Vietnam War, he has had flashbacks that still affect him and keep him up at night. He suffered at least one stroke in the last 5 … [Continue reading]
Tax Scam Alert
Over the past several weeks, hundreds of Fairfax County residents have received phone calls from scammers who tell them “Your driver’s license has been suspended. You will be arrested. You will be deported. We are on our way to your home right now.” … [Continue reading]
Mind Reading 101
John’s mother, Elizabeth, was always close with John’s 10-year old daughter, Anna. Before she Elizabeth diagnosed with Alzheimer’s, she lived in John’s home and watched Anna for years while John was at work. As Elizabeth’s disease progressed, … [Continue reading]
The Village People (Don’t Worry – It’s Not the Disco Dudes)
Mt. Vernon at Home Village Residents Playing Pool Q. I grew up in Northern Virginia and raised three children here. Now, they’re spread out across the world – one in Florida, one in Oregon, and one in Texas. All three children have invited me to … [Continue reading]
A Healthy Body Starts with a Happy Mind
Self-esteem and confidence issues are often associated with teenagers experiencing growing pains. However, seniors can also experience difficulty with their feelings of worth as they grow older. Studies have shown that self-esteem begins to decline … [Continue reading]
Intelligent Underwear, Smart Shoes, and Other Amazing Innovations for Seniors
For many Americans today, later life provides an opportunity to re-imagine possibilities, learn new skills, and take on new challenges. To address a generation that has challenged conventional wisdom, a major focus at the recent American Society on … [Continue reading]
What if You Had a Do-Over?
Q. My mother, Sheila, and my father, Tim, always lived in the moment and steered clear of discussions about getting older, retirement, and planning for the future. They lived in a rural part of Virginia and were convinced that Social Security and … [Continue reading]
Everyone is at Risk for Alzheimer’s
Did you know that every 67 seconds someone in the U.S. develops Alzheimer’s and that more than 5 million Americans are currently living with the disease? The “2014 Alzheimer’s Facts and Figures” report, released recently by the Alzheimer's … [Continue reading]
John Travolta: Dyslexia or Dementia?
During the March 5 Academy Awards show, John Travolta took the stage and introduced Idina Menzel, but as he read her name from the teleprompter, he said "Adele Dazeem" instead. An estimated 43 million people saw the flub, and the media has been … [Continue reading]
What Autism is Really Like
Q. My 6-year-old son, Jackson, was recently diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder (ASD). To better his chances for a productive life, I signed him up for play therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy, as the developmental pediatrician … [Continue reading]
Meeting the Needs of Dementia Patients and Their Caregivers
An estimated 5.4 million people in the United States have Alzheimer’s disease and other types of dementia, and 70% are cared for in the community by family members and friends. Unfortunately, most people with dementia who live at home have multiple … [Continue reading]
Top 10 Medicaid Myths
The Medicaid program is our country’s largest health and long-term care insurer, covering one in six Americans, including two-thirds of nursing home residents and one in five persons under 65 with chronic disabilities. A look at the facts about … [Continue reading]
Beware of Deed Scam
Last week was National Consumer Protection Week (NCPW), a campaign that encourages consumers to take full advantage of their rights and make better-informed decisions. Unfortunately, scams never stop. The NCPW website offers a way to keep up with … [Continue reading]
Don’t Forget These Often-Overlooked Tax Deductions
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 taxes: Estate Planning … [Continue reading]
Is Your Town “Dementia Friendly”?
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 assist them and their … [Continue reading]
And the Oscar for Best Alzheimer’s Patient Goes to. . .
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 … [Continue reading]
Can Mom Be Discharged From a Nursing Home Against Her Wishes?
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? Casey Kasem’s daughter … [Continue reading]
Has Grandpa Lost His Marbles or Am I Losing Mine?
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 forgetting a lot of … [Continue reading]
Do You Have Alzheimer’s?
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 changes ahead, and … [Continue reading]
Disastrous Estate Planning Mistakes, Part 6
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 mistakes of celebrities. … [Continue reading]
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