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Update Your Estate Planning Documents Now!

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Dear Magic, My husband and I came to Evan’s office to do our estate planning several years ago. We have had some family changes since then, such as our children got married and had children of their own. With all this happening and with the new tax plan going into affect, does our estate planning […]

Should You Get a DNR Tattoo?

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Dear Ribbit, I read something about people in Florida getting tattoos that tell doctors that they do not want to be resuscitated. Is this something more people should consider? If someone doesn’t have a tattoo, how do medical professionals find out that someone has a DNR order entered in their medical file? Dana Riordor —– […]

Surviving Holiday Stress

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Dear Magic, You are such a calm bunny. I am not sure how you do it, especially during the holiday season. My grandchildren are coming for a visit this year, and there are eight of them! Decorations need to be put up, baking has to be done, and presents have to be purchased. I should […]

Often Overlooked Tax Breaks for Seniors

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Dear Ribbit, I read recently that Trump’s Tax Plan may eliminate the ability for seniors to deduct their medical expenses. That would certainly be a horrendous result, as my husband and I depend on that deduction. For future reference, what are some other things can seniors deduct? Thanks, Dee Duxions Dear Dee, As we all […]

Caregiving for a Veteran

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Dear Ribbit,   My husband is an partially disabled veteran and I am his caregiver. Sometimes, it can be stressful, and I can use all the help, support, and educational resources I can get. A friend told me she thinks that there’s some type of program that offers “comprehensive assistance” for family members who provide […]

Tips for Affordable Care Act Open Enrollment

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Dear Magic, I will be shopping for 2018 health insurance through the Affordable Care Act (ACA) exchange. I can tell it’s going to be complicated this season, since it was shortened to just 45 days. Do you have any tips for this year’s open enrollment? Thanks, Paul Lissy-Shopin —- Dear Paul, Open Enrollment begins on […]

The CCC Program When You’re Already in a Nursing Home

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Dear Angel, My mother received a letter in the mail about the mandatory Commonwealth Coordinated Care Plus (CCC Plus) Medicaid Managed Care Program. However, she is in a nursing home. Can she remain living at her current nursing facility, and what if anything will change? Al Reddy-Thayer Dear Al, Commonwealth Coordinated Care Plus (CCC Plus) […]

Does Medicare Really Not Care About Long-Term Care?

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Dear Bebe, I read in a couple of Mr. Farr’s blogs that Medicare doesn’t cover long-term care. I thought that it did cover some long-term care services. Can you clarify? Thanks! Metta Caire —- Dear Metta, Medicare pays for health care for people age 65 years and older, people under age 65 with certain disabilities, […]

Keeping Emotions Out of the Estate Planning Conversation

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Dear Ribbit, I understand that discussing estate planning with adult children can be an emotionally charged conversation. However, I know it’s a critical topic to address with family members. In my situation, my daughter is very sensitive and has always thought my wife and I favor her brother. It’s not true. We honestly don’t favor one child over the other. We do, however, want to leave him certain things, such […]

Does Medicare Cover Diabetes Screenings and Treatments?

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Dear Magic, My mother is pre-diabetic, and we’re worried that she could develop diabetes. Does Medicare cover diabetes screenings and treatments? Di Abeeties —– Dear Di, Unfortunately, a large number of Americans are affected by diabetes. If left uncontrolled, it can lead to some really bad outcomes, including kidney problems, glaucoma and other eye disorders, […]

An ABLE Account for a Loved One with a Disability

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Dear Angel, I have an intellectually disabled daughter, and I’ve seen a lot of information this month from the ABLE National Resource Center through their #ABLEtoSave campaign. I understand that it’s state run, and that Virginia was among the first states to participate. Can you tell me more about the ABLE Act in Virginia and […]

Can Poor Sleep Cause Alzheimer’s?

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Dear Ribbit I have been an insomniac for most of my adult life. Now, I hear that poor sleep can cause Alzheimer’s. Is that true? Anita Moore-Sleep —- Dear Anita Similar to your situation, 1 in 3 Americans don’t get enough sleep, and 45% of the world’s population doesn’t either.  According to the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, this is […]

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