May is National Pet Month, a celebration of the benefits that pets bring to people's lives and vice versa. It is an ideal time to celebrate the health benefits of animals for seniors, which can include relaxation, socialization, … [Read more...]
Print This PageCaregiving Spouses Often Don’t Seek Help
April 30, 2014 by
There are more than 42 million unpaid family caregivers in the United States, including spouses, adult children, and others. A recent report, issued by the United Hospital Fund and the AARP Public Policy Institute, focuses on … [Read more...]
Print This PageKenny Chesney Brings Music to Those with Alzheimer’s
April 29, 2014 by
Music has been found to connect people with Alzheimer’s to memories, enabling them to open up to loved ones and even enhancing their quality of life. Sometimes, the response is immediate and shocking. In fact, according to Geri … [Read more...]
Print This PageWashington Post’s Michelle Singletary’s Impassioned Plea
April 25, 2014 by
Michelle Singletary, who writes a financial column for the Washington Post, often shares personal stories to spare others from making financial mistakes. In a recent column and interview on WBUR, she wrote about the importance of … [Read more...]
Print This PageBefore You Choose a Nursing Home . . .
April 24, 2014 by
Q. I recently read a sad article in the Washington Post about an Alexandria woman named Anne Bailey Farr (not sure if she is a relative of yours?), who is facing charges in connection with the death of her 98-year-old mother, who … [Read more...]
Print This PageAre You Prepared For Incapacity?
April 22, 2014 by
What would happen if you were in an accident, or had a stroke, or for another reason you suddenly became incapacitated or comatose, and were unable to make decisions for yourself? It is difficult to think about, but if this … [Read more...]
Print This PageHeartbleed Bug: How to Protect Yourself
April 21, 2014 by
Certain websites, including Yahoo, USMagazine.com, Pinterest, among others, were recently exposed to a major security bug called Heartbleed. The bug has the potential to expose private information to cybercriminals, including … [Read more...]
Print This PageChanges Make Reverse Mortgages Harder to Get
April 18, 2014 by
Last October, the President signed HR 2167 – “The Reverse Mortgage Stabilization Act of 2013”. As a result, changes have been made to make it harder to qualify for a reverse mortgage.To be eligible for a reverse mortgage you … [Read more...]
Print This PageA Successful Easter Dinner for Someone with Alzheimer’s
April 17, 2014 by
Q. This year, Grandma Pearl will be joining us for Easter dinner. She has Alzheimer’s and her caregiver will be joining us, as well. We are concerned that the dinner could present challenges for her, since she is on a regimented … [Read more...]
Print This PageTax Day: Seven Unusual Deductions
April 15, 2014 by
If you are one of those people who waited until the very last minute to complete and send in your taxes, you want to make sure you take all of the deductions you’re entitled to. Last month, I wrote a blog post with some often … [Read more...]
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