5 Signs of Alzheimer’s and What Steps to Take Next
Learn five early signs of Alzheimer’s disease and explore the steps to take to plan for care and the future of your loved one and their assets. […]
How to Start a Conversation about Dementia
When an elder comes down with dementia it’s not only stressful and heartbreaking, but it can be one of the most horrific things your family has to go through. Dementia causes sporadic loss of memory, cognitive dysfunction, hallucinations, confusion and mood swings, among other symptoms. […]
Alzheimer’s – Planning for the Future
A diagnosis of Alzheimer’s Disease is one of the most devastating pieces of news anyone can face. It turns your life upside down and hammers home a lot of things. Among these is the necessity to plan your future. When the time comes that your affairs have to be settled, you definitely want things in [...]
Where to Begin With Financial Planning for Alzheimer’s Disease
Unfortunately Alzheimer’s disease is something that a large number of elderly and families with elderly loved ones must face. While the focus of discussions after diagnosis often focuses on treatment, one area that is often avoided is the financial aspect of the disease. […]
Mild Cognitive Impairment or Dementia?
We have all had what we would call a senior moment. Forgetting a well-known name, place, or even the directions to somewhere familiar happens to all of us; more frequently as we age. Dementia on the other hand is a serious disease that may require special care. How can you tell the difference between MCI [...]
HSAs and Medicare
Do you or your spouse have a health savings account or an HSA? They are a great benefit that can be coupled with a high deductible insurance plan that is offered by many companies. You may be wondering how your HSA might interact with Medicare or Medicare benefits. Let’s take a look. […]
Ease the Pain With a Letter of Instruction
The death of a loved one is a very emotional experience. During that time close loved ones might not be thinking clearly and may not be able to handle the stress of making certain decisions. Because of this you might want to consider leaving a letter of instruction. Funeral Arrangements The first thing that you [...]
Preparing a Loved One with Alzheimer’s
If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease then now is the time to start planning for the future. Alzheimer’s is a degenerative disease that will eventually rob you or your loved one of your ability to make critical decisions, which is why it is important to start now to get [...]
Video Games: Not Just for Kids
Ever wonder what the big fuss over playing video games was? Well now might be a good time to find out. Several studies that have been done recently have detailed the benefits of playing video games by the elderly. Brain and Cognitive Improvements A team at the University of California, San Francisco developed a driving [...]
Being Prepared for a Medical Emergency
The chance of something serious and health related occurring as we age increases. If you have are a senior or have a loved one who is elderly and living alone, you may want to make sure they are prepared for a medical emergency. The importance of these preparations only increases if they are living alone. [...]