Dear Angel, My grandmother, who has dementia, lives with our family. She seems disoriented a lot, and I am afraid she might wander from the house. What are some things we can put in place in our home to stop her from wandering … [Read more...]
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Critter Corner: Sharing Stories about Mom
May 11, 2017 by
Dear Ribbit, My mother is a fascinating woman. She grew up in five different countries, traveled the world, held many jobs, had six children, and was an amazing cook. She told me so many stories about her childhood and her … [Read more...]
Print This PageCritter Corner: Advice for Male Caregivers
May 4, 2017 by
Dear Angel, I am a caregiver for my dad and I am a man. When I tell people about it, they seem surprised. But, times have changed and I've read there are more male caregivers out there than people think. Sometimes, my role … [Read more...]
Print This PageCritter Corner: Tips to Ease the Transition
April 27, 2017 by
Dear Commander Bun Bun, My mother will be downsizing and moving soon. She has lived in the same home for 40 years, and does not do well with change. Do you have any tips for how we can ease her transition? Lee … [Read more...]
Print This PageCritter Corner: Do Reverse Mortgages Affect Medicaid Eligibility?
April 20, 2017 by
Dear Ribbit, My wife and I are considering a reverse mortgage, since we have a lot of equity in our home and very little cash flow. She is in the early stages of dementia. Would the reverse mortgage affect Medicaid eligibility, … [Read more...]
Print This PageCritter Corner: How to Choose a Health Care Agent
April 12, 2017 by
Dear Angel, I have an appointment to do my incapacity planning, and I'm a little indecisive about who I should choose as my health care agent. What qualities would make someone a good choice for a health care agent? I'm hoping … [Read more...]
Print This PageCritter Corner: I Don’t Want Your Vacation Home, Mom!
April 7, 2017 by
Dear Commander Bun Bun, My mother just did her estate planning and she told me she will be leaving us her vacation home. My father is deceased, and I am an only child. Despite her generosity, my family doesn’t want the home, … [Read more...]
Print This PageCritter Corner: Financial Scams Targeting Seniors
March 30, 2017 by
Dear Ribbit, My sister lives alone, and she is a very trusting person. I am constantly afraid someone will take advantage of her. Do you know what some of the common scams that are targeting seniors today are, so I can tell … [Read more...]
Print This PageCritter Corner: Tips for Sandwiched Caregivers
March 24, 2017 by
Dear Commander Bun Bun, I am caring for my father, while being a working mom with a husband and three children. I am feeling overwhelmed to say the least. Do you have any tips for someone in my situation? Thanks very … [Read more...]
Print This PageCritter Corner: Bipartisan Efforts to Help Those with Mental Illness
March 17, 2017 by
Dear Angel, My son has bipolar disorder, and he was taking advantage of mental health treatment services under the Affordable Care Act (ACA). Since the new administration took office, I know some changes will be made to mental … [Read more...]
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