Dear Angel, I am a caregiver for my father, but not always around. I have a feeling he is being targeted by scammers. How can I know for sure? Also, do you have any tips for me on how I can help protect him against fraud and … [Read more...]
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Critter Corner: What Veterans Aid and Attendance Will and Won’t Cover
August 26, 2016 by
Dear Commander Bun Bun, My grandfather is a veteran who may be eligible for Veterans Aid and Attendance. What does it cover and what is not covered by it? Thanks for your help! Aidan Atendans ---- Dear Aidan, The … [Read more...]
Print This PageCritter Corner: Meditation and Alzheimer’s
August 19, 2016 by
Dear Baxter, My sister meditates daily. She told me that, among other benefits, it helps prevent Alzheimer’s. Is this true? Do you know of any research about this? Thanks for your help! Maddy Tayshun --- Dear … [Read more...]
Print This PageCritter Corner: Scams to Watch Out For
August 12, 2016 by
Dear Angel, As my father is getting older and his dementia is getting worse, I am concerned that he is more susceptible to getting taken advantage of by scammers and con artists. Can you tell me about some of the more recent … [Read more...]
Print This PageCritter Corner: The Lapsing of Long-Term Care Insurance Policies and Dementia
August 4, 2016 by
Dear Commander Bun Bun, My grandmother had a long-term care insurance policy, which I know she was paying a lot for. However, she has dementia, and let it lapse. I’m sure this happens all the time, and it’s scary because now is … [Read more...]
Print This PageCritter Corner: Do I Have to File for Medicare?
July 29, 2016 by
Dear Baxter, I will turn 65 soon, but am still working full time. I was planning on retiring, but my husband died suddenly two years ago at the age of 70, so I will still need to work for several more years. I have good health … [Read more...]
Print This PageCritter Corner: Is HIPAA Keeping Pace with Technology?
July 22, 2016 by
Dear Angel, There is so much technology available these days where you share health information. Things such as wearable fitness trackers, social media sites, and health apps did not exist when Congress enacted the Health … [Read more...]
Print This PageCritter Corner: New Mental Health Bill Introduced in Congress
July 15, 2016 by
Dear Commander Bun Bun, I am a caregiver for my brother, who has schizophrenia. I heard something about a bill to help caregivers like myself and those with mental illnesses. Do you know anything about it, and if so, can you … [Read more...]
Print This PageCritter Corner: Nursing Home Preparation
July 7, 2016 by
Dear Baxter, My father will be moving to a nursing home next month. What do you suggest we do to prepare for this big move? Thanks! Bea Forehegos ------ Dear Bea, The move to a nursing home is more like a journey … [Read more...]
Print This PageCritter Corner: The Best Way to Leave Assets to Minor Children
June 29, 2016 by
Dear Commander Bun Bun, My husband and I were talking about doing estate planning and how to provide for our minor children. Of course, we want to leave almost everything to our children, because we want to make sure that they … [Read more...]
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