Are You Reducing Your Spouse’s Social Security Benefits?
The idea of retirement appeals to all of us. Having time to do what you want, when you want an not having to worry about answering to a job or other commitments is a wonderful prospect. Choosing to retire early can have consequences that you are not thinking about. The [...]
Are You Leaving a Negative Inheritance?
When we think of the legacy we leave behind to our children, grandchildren or loved ones we always think of it in a positive light. Without careful planning the legacy that is left can be one that ends up costing your family more than anything that is left to them. [...]
Helping Elderly Loved Ones With Care Costs
There are any number of reasons why you elderly loved ones may not be able to afford care. If they are waiting for benefits to kick in or are simply not able to afford the level of care they need, it may fall on you to help them pay for [...]
Affording Assisted Living
Healthcare costs are rising and along with it the costs of assisted living. If you or an elderly loved one needs long term assisted living then you may be concerned about the costs. The good news is that with some planning and research you may be able to minimize your [...]
Elderly at Risk for Robocall Scams
It seems that fraud and theft are happening in new places all the time. As technology advances, criminals are finding new and creative ways to take advantage of people. Unfortunately the elderly often fall prey to these scams more easily than others. Informing elderly loved ones about how they can [...]
Steps to File a Complaint Against a Care Facility
Nobody wants to face the possibility that their loved one is being abused. The truth is, if you ignore the situation then there are increased chances that your loved one could suffer severe or fatal injuries. If you find evidence of abuse then you need to report the care facility [...]
Elder Abuse from an Unlikely Source
If you have an elderly loved one living in an elder care facility then you might be concerned about your loved one being a victim of abuse. While most nursing homes and elder care facilities are reputable institutions, there is an increasing belief that elder abuse could be coming from [...]
Ways to Check on a Elderly Loved One’s Health and Safety
Elder abuse is a huge problem. If you have an elderly loved one in a extended care or nursing home then you may be looking for ways to ensure that your loved one is not a victim of abuse. Here are some ways that you can check up on them [...]