Every day, Nico Bins goes to his favorite newsstand to buy a newspaper. The owner greets him with a smile as he scrambles for change to pay. They make conversation about the escalating cost of newspapers, and then Nico goes about his day and the shopkeeper hers. From a distance, the transaction seems unremarkable. But, […]
Can You Suppress the Onset of Dementia by Treating Apathy?
After many moves and achieving the rank of colonel in the Air Force, Ken had big plans for retirement. His already full bucket list was getting even longer, as he thought of new things he wanted to do with his wife. As an avid runner, Ken planned on training for his first half marathon, visiting […]
The Long-Term Care Crisis: What you Need to Know
Geri and Dale are both 70 years old and in average health. They both have a history of dementia in their families and they are aware that the need for long-term care for one or both of them one day could be a real possibility. Many people worry about not having enough money in retirement […]
Harvard Doctor Reimagines Aging and Reinvents Nursing Homes
“We’re taught that aging is all about decline. In truth, it’s all about change. We taste the sweetness of aging when we choose its meaning.” – Dr. Bill Thomas Bill Thomas, a doctor who calls himself the “Nursing Home Abolitionist” is seeking to change how we think about aging and nursing home care. Back in […]
Doctors Discover a New Type of Dementia
Dementia is an umbrella term used to refer to many types of neurodegenerative diseases—one of which is Alzheimer’s. And while the majority of dementias are diagnosed as Alzheimer’s, a recent study showed that thousands of people diagnosed with Alzheimer’s actually didn’t have the disease. LATE Can Often be Confused for Alzheimer’s Disease Some people who […]
How Could Something Used to Treat Autism Also Be Used to Treat Dementia?
Kevin’s mother, Lydia, takes him for Interactive Metronome therapy twice a week to improve his focus. She decided to give this therapy a try, with hopes that he could better sit still in class and attend to learning. Kevin has an Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), and inattentiveness is among his most pervasive of symptoms. In […]
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 gather, it is expensive […]
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 courthouse. When it comes to taxes, what […]
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, Jennifer’s father had everything in order, allowing her, her mother, […]
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 the physical and occupational therapy services that she needs. A skilled nursing facility is not […]
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 Anita, Determining if assisted living is right and choosing an assisted living community for […]
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 short-term memory has been affected, and his personality isn’t quite the same as […]
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 planning documents we completed together? Thanks for your help! […]
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 that I need it and […]
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 their friends, and they have their three children and nine […]
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 home proves a challenge to navigate, as well. Frayed […]
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 cat!) I have a beautiful, loyal, sweet, and smart labradoodle named Chewy, who I […]
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 asked Terri to take him. At the same time, Helen transferred […]
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 from our paychecks, we feel like we’ve […]
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 caregivers? Thanks! Chan Jess—Dear Chan, The new tax laws are […]
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