Critter Corner: Home Modifications for Fall Prevention

Dear Angel,We just found out that my father will be moving in with us. He is in his 70’s, has Parkinson’s, arthritis, and is in a wheelchair a lot of the time. We don’t have much money to renovate, but we want to make sure … [Read more...]

Critter Corner: Burial and Memorial Benefits for Veterans

Dear Baxter,My wife and I were talking about where we would like to be buried when we die. We are both honorably-discharged veterans. Do you know about our options? Thanks for your help.Barry L. Forvetz----Dear … [Read more...]

Critter Corner: Can My Sister Retire on Social Security Alone?

Dear Commander Bun Bun,My sister seems to think that she can live on Social Security alone. Do you think that is possible, and if so, do you have any tips I can share with her?Thanks,Nada Nuffmunney---Dear … [Read more...]

Critter Corner: Can a $6,000 Stuffed Seal Replace Caregivers?

 Dear Baxter,I heard from my cousin, who told me that his mother recently leased a $6,000 stuffed seal to assist with stress relief, relaxation, and motivation. Supposedly when it came out, production of it was stalled at … [Read more...]

Critter Corner: Is There a Federal Long-Term Care Insurance Option?

Dear Commander Bun Bun,I am 58 and still working. I understand that long-term care insurance through insurance companies is expensive, and that there are risks involved. I was wondering if there is government solution to … [Read more...]

Critter Corner: Lawmakers Introduce Bill to Provide Tax Credit for Caregiving Expenses

Dear Baxter,I read something about a Bill that was just introduced to provide tax credit for caregiving. I am a part-time caregiver for my father and work 20 hours a week at my job. Iwould be interested in learning more about … [Read more...]

Critter Corner: Should I Prepay for My Funeral?

Dear Angel,My family recently sat down to discuss the difficult topic of death and dying. Thinking about it brought to mind our funerals.  During a time of grief, I would hate to put my family through funeral planning and have … [Read more...]

Critter Corner: How Presidential Candidates Stack Up When it Comes to Pets

  Dear Angel, I am a pet lover who is undecided about who to support for president. Do you know where the candidates stand when it comes to animals? Kat Endogg-Luverr ----Dear Kat,Now this Is an important … [Read more...]

Helping Seniors with Winter Hazards

Dear Baxter,The forecast calls for a huge snowstorm, and my mother lives alone. She is having a tough time with the bitter cold weather as it is, and the snow that they are calling for can be dangerous. Do you have any … [Read more...]

Critter Corner: Beware of Woodchucks

Dear Angel, The other day a man from a "tree company" came to my door, and pressured me to cut down branches that he said would damage my house in the next big storm. He asked me for payment upfront. When my wife came home, she … [Read more...]

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