Dear Angel, I heard that Veterans are being targeted with certain scams. My mother is a Veteran, and I want to protect her from them. Can you provide more information on the most prevalent scams targeting Veterans, so I can make her aware and protect her as best as I can? Thanks for your help! […]
What Are Some Ways to Incorporate Charitable Giving into Your Estate Plan?
Dear Hayek, I want to include charitable giving in my estate plan, since I have some causes that I am passionate about and heard it is a good way to reduce taxes. What are some ways that I can do so? Thanks for your help! Chara Tee — Dear Chara, People give to charities for […]
Getting Started with Downsizing and Decluttering
Dear Angel, My sister recently retired and upsized to buy her dream home. She’s thrilled to have the space she felt her home lacked before and was glad not to have to get rid of too much stuff. (She has many collections she could never part with!) My husband and I have lived in what […]
August Is National Make-A-Will Month!
Dear Raider, I read somewhere that August is National Make-A-Will Month. My wife and I are thinking about doing our estate planning soon but feel like we should be more prepared prior to getting started. What do you suggest I get in order before we get the process going to simplify things? Thanks for your […]
Lifestyle Tweaks that Could Lengthen your Life 23+ Years!
Dear Hayek, I heard somewhere that there are things you can do to increase your lifespan dramatically. What are some of those lifestyle tweaks? Thanks for your help! Liv Longur — Dear Liv, You’re correct. According to new research, healthy habits such as exercising, getting good sleep, and drinking in moderation could pay off not […]
How Can You Tell if a Loved One is a Victim of Financial Exploitation?
Dear Raider, My aunt has been acting differently lately, and I think she could be a victim of financial exploitation. Once a social butterfly, she’s been isolating herself from family and friends. I stopped by while she was at Mahjongg, and there were unpaid bills on her table. There was a bank statement with large […]
What Is Brain Fog and What Causes It?
Dear Kiwi and Mango, I’m often in the middle of something, and I forget what I am doing, or I’m talking to someone and forget what I wanted to tell them. What causes my brain to be so “foggy” sometimes, and is there anything I can do to feel sharp again? Thanks for your help! […]
Important Things to Keep in Mind if You Are Planning Your Own Funeral
Dear Hayek, A wedding celebrates a beginning, and a funeral acknowledges an ending. During both occasions, friends and family gather together to share an important event in someone’s life. I planned my wedding 40 years ago, and now I want to plan my funeral for when the time ultimately comes. What considerations should I keep […]
June Is National Safety Month — Tips for Senior Loved Ones
Dear Angel, I understand that June is National Safety Month. My mother lives alone, and I want her to stay safe. What is some advice that I can give her to help her stay safe in her home? Thanks so much for your help! Saif Ti — Dear Saif, Happy National Safety Month! Since 1996, […]
Is My Mother Depressed?
Dear Angel, I talk to my mother a couple times a week. She would never tell me, but I think she could be lonely and depressed. This particularly came to mind when I read your article on positivity. I’d love to introduce some of those ideas into her life so she is happy and positive, […]
How Pets Support People with Parkinson’s Disease
Dear Raider, My mom has Parkinson’s disease. We live a half hour away and try to see her as much as we can. I think having a pet will help her to stay active and feel loved. We always had miniature poodles growing up. Do you think it’s a good idea for her to adopt […]
Do Marriage and Children Reduce Your Risk of Dementia?
Dear Raider, I heard somewhere that marriage and children can help lower your risk of dementia. I hope this is true. I’ve been married to my husband for 50 years this year, and we have children, grandchildren, and even a great-grandchild. I’m hoping to stay around for a long time and for my mind to […]
Making your Own Luck this St. Patrick’s Day!
Dear Hayek, Happy St. Patrick’s Day! I’m feeling very lucky this year. I met the love of my life and I feel like the third time is the charm. We are getting married and blending our families. I do believe in luck, but I also want to plan. What are some estate planning steps we […]
Are You Celebrating Life This January?
Dear Raider, As we embark on the first few weeks of the New Year, I decided that 2023 will be my year to make a change and add more positivity and gratitude to my life. I heard that January was Celebration of Life Month. What are some ways that you recommend I celebrate this month […]
Are Your Retirement Savings Are on Track?
Dear Oakley, My husband and I are hoping to retire in the next five years, but we’re not sure if our retirement savings are on track. Are there any useful benchmarks we can take a look at to give us a sense of how we are doing? Thanks so much for your help! Ahn Trak […]
Making the Holidays Comfortable for Loved Ones with Disabilities
Dear Oakley, My teenager with ASD and my child with Down Syndrome will be experiencing the holidays with our extended family — cousins, aunts, uncles, and grandparents. We are expecting 25 people this year, for the first time since before COVID. We have also been invited to a few gatherings at friend’s houses and at […]
A Urine Test for Alzheimer’s?
Dear Angel, I heard somewhere that there is a urine test for Alzheimer’s that is being tested? What do you know about this? Thanks for your help! Pete Tesst — Dear Pete, It’s true. There is a urine test being tested and the hope is that one day, doctors may be able to diagnose Alzheimer’s […]
It’s International Fraud Awareness Week— Things to Know!
Dear Oakley, Senior fraud seems to be on the rise. I have had several friends who have been affected by it, unfortunately. I understand that it is International Fraud Awareness Week. What are some common types of fraud I should know about so I don’t fall victim? Thanks for your help! Farah Aud — It’s […]
How Does Medicare Advantage Compare to Traditional Medicare?
Dear Oakley, It is Medicare Open Enrollment season, and I’m deciding whether I need a Medicare Advantage plan or if I want to stick with Traditional Medicare. Do you have any research you can share on the subject to help me make up my mind? Thanks for your help! Cam Pere — Dear Cam, On […]
New Research Shows How Having Pets Helps Promote Healthy Aging and Prevent Cognitive Decline
Dear Angel, I’ve been living alone for the past five years and I’m thinking of getting a pet to keep me company. I’ve heard about benefits of having a pet, but didn’t realize that there were cognitive benefits as well. What are the cognitive and other benefits of having a pet for a senior like […]
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