For those enrolled in Medicare, you will soon have the opportunity to make changes to your health and prescription drug coverage. Medicare’s Fall Open Enrollment begins on October 15 and lasts through December 7, 2024.During … [Read more...]
Print This PageWhat Are the Rules for Taking Money Out of Tax-Deferred Retirement Accounts?
September 25, 2024 by
Many of us think of retirement as part of the natural order of things. Not long ago, this meant working until you’re about the age of 65, then living off a pension and Social Security benefits. Now, pensions have become less … [Read more...]
Print This PageSafeguarding Seniors: Essential Online Safety Tips to Protect Against Scammers
September 5, 2024 by
Guest post by assistedlivingmagazine.comIn today's digital age, the internet offers endless opportunities for seniors to connect, learn, and explore. However, it's essential for older adults to be vigilant and informed about … [Read more...]
Print This PageHow Care Managers Work with Care Agencies
August 2, 2024 by
By ElderTree Care Management ServicesCare managers and home care agencies often collaborate closely to provide comprehensive support for individuals who need assistance with daily living activities, especially the elderly or … [Read more...]
Print This PageCheck-in Services to Keep Seniors Who Are Aging in Place Safe
April 23, 2024 by
Many of us have loved ones who are aging in place, who may have mobility issues and who are at risk for falls. We may not live nearby, and we may find ourselves staying up at night worrying about what would happen if our loved one … [Read more...]
Print This PageCritter Corner: Should You Tell Your Heirs What They Should Expect to Inherit?
December 1, 2023 by
Dear Kiwi and Mango, My wife and I are in the process of doing our estate planning documents. One decision we have yet to make is whether we should tell our heirs what they should expect to inherit, in advance. What are some … [Read more...]
Print This PageCritter Corner: Important Things to Keep in Mind if You Are Planning Your Own Funeral
June 23, 2023 by
Dear Hayek, A wedding celebrates a beginning, and a funeral acknowledges an ending. During both occasions, friends and family gather together to share an important event in someone’s life. I planned my wedding 40 years ago, … [Read more...]
Print This PageCritter Corner: Maryland Officially Launches State-Run Retirement Program
September 23, 2022 by
Dear Angel,My husband and I live in Maryland and are both still working. We are doing the best we can when it comes to saving for retirement. His work doesn’t have a program in place at this time. I heard something about a new … [Read more...]
Print This PageCritter Corner: When Father’s Day Isn’t a Joyful Occasion
June 17, 2022 by
Dear Oakley,When I flip through Facebook, walk into the greeting card aisle at the store, or turn on the TV, I see advertisements and cards for a happy Father’s Day. I lost my dad a few years ago and my husband and dad of our … [Read more...]
Print This PageCritter Corner: Having a Dementia-Friendly Holiday
March 4, 2022 by
Dear Magic,You look so cute in your Christmas tree headband that I thought I would ask you this question. My mom is coming for Christmas and will be at my home for several days. I haven’t seen her for a while, and my … [Read more...]
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