From the 50th birthday of Medicaid and Medicare and the 80th birthday of Social Security to the once-a-decade White House Conference on Aging, we covered a lot of ground in 2015. It was a year that included a new act being passed … [Read more...]
Print This PageWhat Can Be Done with $350 million? (a lot, we hope)
December 22, 2015 by
Alzheimer’s research got a $350 million boost last week, when President Barack Obama signed the FY2016 budget into law. This historic amount marks the largest boost ever for federal Alzheimer’s research funding — a nearly 60 … [Read more...]
Print This PageWill Christmas Gifts Disqualify Grandma?
December 18, 2015 by
Q. My grandmother is really excited about Christmas this year. In the spirit of the season, she is considering making a truly meaningful gift of $5,000 to the local animal shelter, and giving another $5,000 to her church. She also … [Read more...]
Print This PageIt’s Not Just the “Sandwich Generation” – It’s a Triple-Decker
December 9, 2015 by
"Are you the ham in an intergenerational sandwich?"- Graphic by Amanda Sterczyk Marlena is a 53-year-old professional who works out of her home office and provides care for her two octogenarian parents, whose health … [Read more...]
Print This PageHow to Survive Adult Sibling Conflict Over Elder Care, Inheritances, and More
December 4, 2015 by
Q. Last week, my sister, my brother, and I traveled with our families to visit our 82-year old mother for Thanksgiving (I didn't have to go too far, since she lives ten minutes away!). Although mom says she is “just fine,” we … [Read more...]
Print This PageMom Abused Me and is Not Indigent – Why Should I Have to Pay for Her Long-Term Care?
December 1, 2015 by
Filial Responsibility (by Michal Dziekan) Image Source: Wall Street Journal Dolly Eori, 90, of Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania, requires 24-hour care. She lives full-time with her son Joseph and suffers from cancer and … [Read more...]
Print This PageBlue Zones: Hotspots of Health, Vitality, and Longevity
November 20, 2015 by
Moai Walking Group at Blue Zone in MN. Image source: AARP Q. My 78-year-old sister, Alberta (Bertie), lives alone with her 7-year old West Highland White Terrier, Hallie. Bertie makes healthy choices, has a great group of … [Read more...]
Print This PageExciting Age-in-Place Technology from the 2015 mHealth Summit in DC
November 18, 2015 by
In Touch Health Robot When loved ones are living independently and you can't be there all the time, you often worry about their safety and well-being. You may wonder if they are eating often enough, taking their medications, … [Read more...]
Print This PageNew Law Helps More People Live Independently
November 13, 2015 by
Q. My widowed 82-year-old mother lives in the home she has owned for more than 60 years. She is legally blind, and has severe arthritis and diabetes, but she insists on staying in her home for now. In my opinion, in order for her … [Read more...]
Print This PageBalanced Budget Act: Good or Bad for Seniors?
November 11, 2015 by
Image source: Wall Street Journal On November 2, 2015, the Balanced Budget Act of 2015 (BBA) was signed into law by President Barack Obama. According to the President’s statement on the day of the signing, "Democrats and … [Read more...]
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