Dear Kiwi and Mango, I heard somewhere that the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) launched the GUIDE Model for people with dementia and their caregivers? What is this all about? Thanks for your … [Read more...]
Print This PageCritter Corner: How Does the Guiding an Improved Dementia Experience (GUIDE) Model Help Dementia Patients and Caregivers?
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Critter Corner: New Dementia Resource for Caregivers Now Available
October 2, 2024 by
Dear Raider, I recently learned that my mother has dementia and she will be moving in with my family soon. I’m pretty new at this. Are there any helpful online resources available to assist with caring for a loved one with … [Read more...]
Print This PageCritter Corner: What Are Some Considerations for Retiring Alone?
September 25, 2024 by
Dear Angel, I am currently single and loving it and will be retiring in the next few years. Do you have any tips or considerations for those who are retiring solo? Thanks for your help! Alona … [Read more...]
Print This PageCritter Corner: How Do You Plan for the Financial Future of a Loved One with a Disability
September 17, 2024 by
Dear Hayek, I am a caregiver for my adult son, who lives with a disability. What are some ways that I can help plan for his financial future? Thanks for your help! Fi Nanshul --- Dear Fi, About 61 million adults … [Read more...]
Print This PageWhy Would a Married Couple Want Separate Trusts?
September 10, 2024 by
Dear Kiwi and Mango, My husband and I are ready to embark on our Estate Planning. This is the second marriage for both of us, and we aren’t sure whether to get a joint trust or separate trusts? I read somewhere that there is a … [Read more...]
Print This PageCritter Corner: What to Do if Your Social Security Number Is Part of the Recent Data Breach
September 4, 2024 by
Dear Hayek, I heard recently that a massive data breach may have compromised the personal information of millions, or even billions, of Americans. How can I find out if my information was affected, and if so, what actions can I … [Read more...]
Print This PageCritter Corner: Leaving a Legacy for Your Children and Grandchildren
May 24, 2024 by
Dear Raider, I read Mr. Farr’s article about things to leave and not to leave your children and grandchildren this past Tuesday. Nothing was mentioned about leaving a legacy. I remember Legacy Stories used to be a service that … [Read more...]
Print This PageCritter Corner: Is There a Check-in Service Specifically for Veterans?
May 10, 2024 by
Dear Kiwi and Mango, Recently, Mr. Farr wrote an article about a check-in service for seniors to combat loneliness and keep those who are aging in place safe. I was wondering if there are any similar programs specifically for … [Read more...]
Print This PageCritter Corner: How Can a Power of Attorney Protect You from Exploitation?
May 3, 2024 by
Dear Angel, I was recently listening to a true crime podcast and heard an alarming episode. A woman, Caroline, created a power of attorney for an older man, Charles, and moved into his California home. Charles died shortly … [Read more...]
Print This PageCritter Corner: What Do All These Estate Planning Terms Mean?
April 26, 2024 by
Dear Raider, I’m finally ready to get my Estate Planning documents done. When I talk to my friends and my husband, all these terms I’ve never heard of come up. Can you enlighten us on some of the common terms used in … [Read more...]
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