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David Hanson’s “Grace” May Be the Answer to Shortage of Senior Health Aides

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Ever turn on the TV, scan Facebook, or check out viral news stories online and see Sophia, an extremely life-like humanoid robot? Well, if you haven’t seen her, Sophia is a robot that is designed to look very human that has gotten lots of attention during the pandemic for her ability to help people who […]

Are Military Retirees and Disabled Veterans Getting a Raise Next Year?

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Dear Oakley, I heard a rumor that military retirees and disabled veterans are getting a hefty raise next year. Is this true? Thanks for your help. Mo Money — Dear Mo, According to the Defense Department, there are around 1.87 million military retirees, with an annual average retirement payment of $30,265. The VA says nearly […]

Could Canine Life-Extension Research Lead to Breakthroughs for Pets and Humans?

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Dear Hayek, There is a lot of research out there about longevity in humans. Unfortunately, pets don’t live long enough. Is there any research being conducted about longevity and pets? I’d love for my best friend, Kirby the doodle, to be around for as long as possible. Thanks for your help! Doug Livenlonger — Dear […]

Can Carebots Look After Your Senior Loved Ones?

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Q. Caregiving for my mother, who has dementia, has been really challenging both physically and emotionally. I admit that I need help, but hiring someone is so expensive and it’s often hard to find the right person, especially with the shortage of caregivers out there. Sometimes I secretly wish that there were robots that were […]

Is there a Link Between Alzheimer’s and Down Syndrome?

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Dear Oakley, My neighbor has Down Syndrome. I read somewhere that there is a link between Down Syndrome and Alzheimer’s. Is this true and if so, what research is being done? Thanks! Khan Nexion — Dear Khan, Every year, about 6,000 American children are born with Down syndrome (DS), the most common chromosomal alteration. Many […]

Is Early Detection and Treatment of Alzheimer’s Possible Before Symptoms Arise?

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Dear Angel, There’s been so much talk about the new Alzheimer’s drug that was just approved by the FDA. I’m wondering– what progress has been made when it comes to early detection of Alzheimer’s, before symptoms arise? Thanks! Earl E. Detexion — Dear Earl, June is Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month, a time when we […]

How Much Compensation is a Fair Amount for an Executor of an Estate in Virginia?

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Dear Oakley, My mother passed away last March in Fairfax. My brother, the estate executor, has been the one to navigate the estate administration process. The estate is still not completely settled 15 months later because of a time share that was not included in her trust and needs to go through probate court. Both […]

Navigating the New Social Norms After Getting Vaccinated

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Dear Oakley, I am fully vaccinated and am trying to follow the new norms and get used to not wearing a mask or physically distancing myself. I disliked wearing a mask the past year because my glasses would always fog up, so I’m glad not to have to wear one anymore. Many people look at […]

Help for Depression in Seniors During Mental Health Awareness Month

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Dear Angel, I have been home since the Coronavirus pandemic began and still haven’t ventured out. Recently, I’ve been feeling sad and withdrawn. Things that used to interest me don’t anymore and I can’t sleep at night. Is this a normal part of getting older? Does Medicare cover treatment of depression? Thanks for your help! […]

What Taxes Do We Need to Pay for an Independent Caregiver?

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Dear Oakley, We are hiring an independent caregiver, meaning she is not from an agency. My understanding is that we are responsible for paying taxes for her, since she is considered to be a household employee. What taxes are we responsible for paying? Thanks for your help! Payton Ataxis —- Dear Payton, As an employer […]

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