From the day we get our first big-time job we’re looking towards finally retiring as a senior. Rest and relaxation, no work, traveling. Of course, retirement looks different for everyone, so it’s impo
Alzheimer's: Knowing What To Look Out For
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Find The Right Expert To Help You Manage Your Money
What’s in a name? When choosing a brand of paper towels or laundry detergent, one name may be as good as another. When it comes to selecting a financial advisor, however, consumers should know there a
Disaster Preparedness for Senior Citizens
Senior citizens can protect themselves and cope with disaster by planning ahead. Knowing what to do is your best protection. First of all, it is a good idea to know which kinds of disasters are most c
Red Flags When You Visit Your Aging Parents
¨ Change in weight
¨ Change in short term memory
¨ Change in usual routine
¨ Change is speech and/or ambulation
¨ Bills not being paid
¨ Entering contests
¨ Refusing to go with friends on outings or g
Planning for Long Term Care
About 70 percent of people over age 65 require some type of long-term care services during their lifetime. More than 40 percent will need care in a nursing home. Since there is a good chance that you
Senior Drivers
At age 78, Sheila thinks she’s a good driver, and she would like to stay that way. But lately, she has been in minor accidents. Sheila wonders how she can stay safe behind the wheel. Will taking a cla
Caring for Someone with Alzheimer’s
Approximately 10 million individuals are caring for a person with Alzheimer’s Disease (AD) or another dementia. Although memory loss is the most common symptom, others include confusion, lack of orien
Estate Planning and Trust Management for Seniors
Estate Planning
A key deficiency in the process of planning for long term care occurs when seniors fail to provide for orderly distribution of assets at death and fail to let their family know what to