As we age, specific abilities needed to drive safely — such as vision, memory, physical strength, reaction time, and flexibility — may decline. Although some seniors are among the safest drivers on the road, those driving with … [Read more...]
Print This PageFinding the Right Nursing Home
December 16, 2014 by
Carol and Bob invited his mother, Ginny, to spend the holidays with them, as she does every year. This year, her live-in caregiver expressed concern that it was not a good idea because Ginny’s dementia has gotten worse and she may … [Read more...]
Print This PageReducing Holiday Stress for Seniors & Caregivers
December 9, 2014 by
Mary Ellen’s father, Hal, suffers from dementia and his health is declining rapidly. Her husband travels often and her mother recently had knee replacement surgery and has trouble getting around. Every night after work, she drops … [Read more...]
Print This PageAsk the Expert: 2015 Key Medicaid Dollar Amounts
December 5, 2014 by
Q. Every year your firm provides the key dollar amounts that are frequently used in elder law, including Medicaid figures, long-term care insurance deductibility limits, Medicare premiums, Social Security Disability, and … [Read more...]
Print This PageMIT AgeLab’s Amazing Innovations for Seniors
November 26, 2014 by
Picture: Inside the MIT AgeLab, from telematicswire.netIn 1900, life expectancy was just under 50. Today, people are living well into their 80’s, 90’s, and beyond. How can we make the most of the “bonus 30 years” we now have? … [Read more...]
Print This PageAmazing Pets – Saving Senior’s Lives
November 21, 2014 by
Q. My mother, Jessica, lives alone and is considering adopting a pet. I am all in favor, but know it is a lot of work and vet visits are often expensive. For me, these things are certainly worth it. Despite the grooming costs, … [Read more...]
Print This PageNews from the Dementia Consortium
November 12, 2014 by
Yesterday, one of our staff members attended the Northern Virginia Dementia Care Consortium in Alexandria, VA. At the conference, leading experts on Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias offered insights and shared best … [Read more...]
Print This PageCaregiving in Other Countries- What We Can Learn
November 4, 2014 by
Each November, National Family Caregivers Month focuses on the challenges facing family caregivers. Sponsored each year by the National Family Caregivers Association (NFCA), this commemorative month recognizes more than 50 million … [Read more...]
Print This PageHalloween Can Be Scary for those with Dementia
October 31, 2014 by
Q. My mother-in-law has dementia and lives at home with a caregiver to assist her with activities of daily living. Before she was diagnosed, she loved Halloween, especially all the decorations, seeing the grandchildren dressed up … [Read more...]
Print This PageCritter Corner- Grandma Loves Halloween Candy: Tips for Eating Healthier
October 31, 2014 by
Dear Commander Bun Bun,My grandmother has gone through two bags of Halloween candy and there haven't been any trick-or-treaters yet. At this rate, she will have to hang up a no more candy sign before school even lets out. This … [Read more...]
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