Dear Ribbit, We are looking for the right living arrangement for my mother. We have considered assisted living (AL), but she will likely need more care that an AL facility can provide in a couple of years. I heard about … [Read more...]
What Medicare Covers
Dear Angel, I am a little confused about what Medicare actually covers. Can you provide details for me about this? Does Medicare pay for long-term care, at all? Thanks for your help! Metta Kayer ------ Dear … [Read more...]
How Does a Doctor Test for Alzheimer’s Disease?
Dear Angel, My husband is becoming quite forgetful lately, and wants to get tested for Alzheimer’s Disease since he has a history of it in his family. He is becoming anxious about the testing, because he isn’t sure what’s … [Read more...]
Social Security Ends Annual Mailings
Dear Commander Bun Bun, I heard that Social Security will no longer be sending statements in the mail? Is that true, and if so, how can we find out about our benefits? Thanks! Nomar Statemenz ----Dear Nomar, As … [Read more...]
New Technology for Seniors Who Are Aging-in-Place
Dear Commander Bun Bun, My mother insists on staying in her home as long as she can. I live 100 miles away, and can’t be there as often as I would like, and I worry about her safety and security. Is there any new technology out … [Read more...]
Gift and Estate Tax Exclusion Amounts for 2017
Dear Angel, I noticed you sent out the new key elder law numbers last week, but I did not see anything about gift and estate tax exclusion amounts for 2017. What are the new gift and estate tax exclusion numbers for 2017, and … [Read more...]
What Are Some Holiday Gifts That My Grandparents Would Enjoy?
Dear Commander Bun Bun, Every year, I find it hard to find gifts for my grandparents. I used to buy books for them, but their eyesight is declining. Do you have any suggestions you can share? Thanks! Chris … [Read more...]
Can Dogs Get Dementia?
Dear Baxter, My Shih Tzu, Morty, is getting up there in age. I recently saw him exhibiting some rather odd behaviors. For instance, he spins in circles, performs repetitive behaviors, and often appears completely lost or … [Read more...]
Driver Cessation and the Advance Driving Directive
Dear Angel, My mother has had Parkinson’s for 5 years and is a little shaky, but her doctor says she can still drive for the time being. Unfortunately, when the time comes for her to give up the car keys, I see it being a very … [Read more...]
Medicaid and Prepaid Funerals
Dear Angel, We are considering whether to prepay for my husband’s funeral to lock in prices, to relieve the burden of family members during what will surely be a stressful time, and to ensure his personal wishes are carried … [Read more...]
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