Q. My 6-year-old son, Jackson, was recently diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder (ASD). To better his chances for a productive life, I signed him up for play therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy, as the … [Read more...]
Print This PageMeeting the Needs of Dementia Patients and Their Caregivers
March 12, 2014 by
An estimated 5.4 million people in the United States have Alzheimer’s disease and other types of dementia, and 70% are cared for in the community by family members and friends. Unfortunately, most people with dementia who live at … [Read more...]
Print This PageTop 10 Medicaid Myths
March 11, 2014 by
The Medicaid program is our country’s largest health and long-term care insurer, covering one in six Americans, including two-thirds of nursing home residents and one in five persons under 65 with chronic disabilities. A look at … [Read more...]
Print This PageDon’t Forget These Often-Overlooked Tax Deductions
March 6, 2014 by
As tax time draws near, you want to make sure you file all the proper forms and take all deductions you're entitled to. The following are some helpful but often overlooked deductions to keep in mind as you prepare your 2013 … [Read more...]
Print This PageAnd the Oscar for Best Alzheimer’s Patient Goes to. . .
March 3, 2014 by
Joyce Griffen, a retired anthropology professor at Dartmouth University, spends many hours a week rehearsing and playing different roles. She's not involved in theater and hasn’t been since college. However, in a week’s time, she … [Read more...]
Print This PageCan Mom Be Discharged From a Nursing Home Against Her Wishes?
February 28, 2014 by
Q. My mother, Bunny, was told she is being discharged from the nursing home in which she resides. She and I are completely against this. For what reasons may a nursing home discharge a resident and what recourse do we have?A. … [Read more...]
Print This PageHas Grandpa Lost His Marbles or Am I Losing Mine?
February 27, 2014 by
Q. My father, Jim, has been a big help to our family. He picks up our daughter, Sophie, from preschool every day and watches her while my husband and I are working, which we are very grateful for. Lately, however, he has been … [Read more...]
Print This PageDo You Have Alzheimer’s?
February 26, 2014 by
The Alzheimer's Association recently launched a new online resource, entitled “I Have Alzheimer's Disease,” which provides information and tools to help those with early-stage Alzheimer's or another dementia to cope with the … [Read more...]
Print This PageDisastrous Estate Planning Mistakes, Part 6
February 25, 2014 by
In the past, our newsletter featured a series of articles entitled “Lessons Learned from Estate Planning Mistakes of Celebrities,” demonstrating why probate is such a nightmare and lessons that can be learned from the costly … [Read more...]
Print This PageWhat You Need to Know Before Choosing Cremation
February 24, 2014 by
Cremation is quickly becoming a preferred method of memorial in the U.S., and it is projected that 40-45% of those who pass away will be cremated this year, according to the Cremation Association of North America. Projections are … [Read more...]
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