Dear Bebe, Welcome to the Farr Law Firm! I saw you the last time I came to the office, and you were so friendly and comforting. So, I figured you would know a little something about pet therapy. I was wondering, what are the benefits of pet therapy? Thanks for your help! Teri Pewtic–Petz —– Dear Teri, […]
Questions to Ask About Medicare if You Have Other Insurance Coverage
Dear Baxter, I am turning 65 this year, and will be eligible for Medicare soon. However, I still work and have insurance through my job. I am unsure how things work in this situation, and although I have read about it, I need more information before making any decisions. I want to call Medicare and […]
Coping with the Death of a Pet
Dear Angel, My mother’s beloved lap cat just passed away at the age of 17 and my mom is inconsolable. I’ve never lost a pet, so I don’t quite understand how she is feeling. How would you suggest she deal with the passing of a pet that was so dear to her? Thanks for any […]
Talking About Death Over Dinner
Dear Angel My wife and I have most of our important conversations while we are sharing a meal. We are beginning to see the importance of planning for our future and for our loved ones. We have two young children to think about and recently witnessed a loved one on her side of the family […]
Are Ticks Especially Dangerous for Seniors?
Dear Baxter, My grandfather insists on taking my brother and me camping every year. My mother has Lyme Disease, so she is very aware of how it spreads, and protects us with natural repellants. My grandfather throws caution to the wind, and won’t use sprays and wears shorts. Are tick bites especially dangerous for seniors, […]
15 Things to Ask Your Father/Grandfather This Father’s Day
Dear Ribbit, My children are very inquisitive and want to find out about their father and their grandfather. We are all going to brunch at my parent’s house on Sunday. While we‘re there, they want to ask them questions, but don’t know exactly what to ask. Do you know of any questions/talking points I can […]
Managing Long-Distance Caregiving with Technology
Dear Commander Bun Bun, I am a long-distance caregiver for my father, who has Parkinson’s and lives 2,000 miles away. My children are in school here, and my husband works for the government in DC, so I don’t foresee us moving to be near dad anything soon. Do you know about any good technology I […]
Acting in My Sister’s Best Interest
Dear Angel, My sister named me as agent under her Financial Power of Attorney, and she recently had a massive stroke, so I need to step in and start managing her legal and financial affairs. She’s only 59 years old, so this was VERY unexpected. But at least she was smart enough to do a […]
What to Bring to A Nursing Home
Dear Commander Bun Bun, I have been a caregiver for my mother for more than a decade. She is ready to move into a skilled nursing facility. She would like to make her room feel like home, and I’d like to help her do so. Do you know what kinds of personal things can we […]
How You Can Help Prevent Wandering and Wandering-Related Tragedies
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 away? Thanks, Wanda Ring —– Dear Wanda, Wandering is a risk associated with […]
Sharing Stories about Mom
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 life. I would like to write them down and share them, so our family knows […]
Advice for Male Caregivers
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 can be challenging, especially since I am not familiar with how […]
Tips to Ease the Transition
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 Vinhomme —- Dear Lee, Moving out of a place you are familiar with […]
Do Reverse Mortgages Affect Medicaid Eligibility?
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, and what happens if we are considering establishing a Living Trust Plus(TM) income only […]
How to Choose a Health Care Agent
A Health Care Agent (also called a Health Care Proxy, Health Care Surrogate, Agent under Advance Medical Directive, Agent under Health Care Power of Attorney, Medical Agent, or Medical Representative) is someone who will advocate for you if you should become unable to advocate for yourself. The following are characteristics that are helpful for a […]
I Don’t Want Your Vacation Home, Mom!
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, and we told her that in the nicest way possible, but she still […]
Financial Scams Targeting Seniors
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 her what to watch out for? Thanks for your help, Lee Vaherr-Alonne —— Dear Lee, Financial scams are devastating to many […]
Tips for Sandwiched Caregivers
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 much! Sandi Witch —– Dear Sandi, Many of us care for our family and […]
Bipartisan Efforts to Help Those with Mental Illness
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 health service offerings with the introduction of the ‘repeal and replace’ proposal. Do you know about any major changes that are being proposed? What can we do to plan for our son’s future well-being, should something happen […]
Preparing for Death on Social Media
Dear Commander Bun Bun, I was recently on Facebook and noticed a friend who had passed away a few years ago still has an active account. Isn’t there anything family members and friends can do to memorialize a loved one on social media when he or she passes away? Faye Spook —- Dear Faye, A small company, […]
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