John “Alec” Stephenson, an administrator at the Silverado Aspen Park memory care community in Salt Lake City, raised a son with a hearing impairment. As many parents of children who are hearing impaired, the family embraced sign … [Read more...]
Print This PageWhen Caregiver Stress Becomes Extreme
July 6, 2018 by
Q. My aunt Rae, 84, was the primary caregiver for my Uncle Leo, who suffers from dementia. Leo would wander, so Rae couldn't leave him alone, and she missed the conversations she and Leo used to have. Rae became resentful and … [Read more...]
Print This PageI’m Finally Taking a Vacation — What to Do About Caregiving Duties
July 3, 2018 by
Caroline's sister and her family live in sunny Tampa, Florida. She's been wanting to visit for three years now, ever since her sister's family bought their house near the beach. But it has been tough to get away, since Caroline is … [Read more...]
Print This PageCritter Corner: When Should I Plan for Long-Term Care?
June 29, 2018 by
Dear Angel,I read somewhere that I should start planning for long-term care now. I am only 40. That seems young. Is this correct and why?Thanks!Jus Fortee---Dear Jus,What you read is correct. Advisors … [Read more...]
Print This PageLong-Term Care Insurance: That Wasn’t Supposed to Happen!
June 29, 2018 by
Q. When my mom was in her 50's, long-term care insurance seemed like a great idea. She bought a policy while she and my father were still relatively healthy, paid their monthly premiums on time every month, and in return they … [Read more...]
Print This PageYour Last Wishes Can be as Unique as You Are
June 26, 2018 by
Katie was born on July 4th. She got married on that day also and gave birth to her son on July 6th (he was due on the 4th). She was in the military and is a proud American. For her, Independence Day and fireworks have special … [Read more...]
Print This PageDo CCRCs (Life Plan Communities) Have a Capitalization Problem?
June 25, 2018 by
By Jack CummingStarting a senior housing enterprise or opening a new facility requires sizable investments in real estate, planning, building, and marketing. It is capital intensive. It is also a trust business in which aging … [Read more...]
Print This PageNot Alone: A Daughter and Her Dad Battle Parkinson’s Together
June 19, 2018 by
When Kelly's dad was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease 20 years ago, she researched the disease and the best treatment options for him. Little did she know that she too would be diagnosed with the same devastating disease four … [Read more...]
Print This PageAm I a Helicopter Child, and If So, Why is That a Bad Thing?
June 15, 2018 by
Q. I heard my sister and brother talking about my mother's care the other day when they thought I couldn't hear them. I distinctly remember them mentioning the term "helicopter child," and they were referring to me!I have … [Read more...]
Print This PageDepression and Suicide Prevention: What to Do When a Loved One is Depressed
June 12, 2018 by
The suicides of Anthony Bourdain and Kate Spade last week left most people in shock. Two exceptionally creative talents, who shared their passions with the world and seemed to have it all, took their own lives. Their untimely … [Read more...]
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