Having loved ones and dependents who are disabled can weigh heavily on you as you get older. You want to make sure that your loved one is provided for after you are gone. Problems can arise however if your loved one is receiving state benefits like Supplemental Social Security. Too large of an inheritance can [...]
With tax season upon us it is once again time to file your taxes. Unfortunately the scammers of the world also know that it is tax time and are looking to take full advantage of anyone they can. Don’t fall prey to these criminals. Not only could you lose money you could also inadvertently give [...]
There may come a time when you or an elderly loved one needs to have home care or move to an assisted living home. When this happens the cost can be a shock to the entire family. There are ways that you can fund assisted living without trying to pay for the costs directly out [...]
You can’t start planning for retirement too early. Many seniors find themselves looking retirement in the face and realizing that they haven’t managed to position themselves well for maintaining their standard of living into retirement. With the uncertainty in today’s economy it may seem impossible to properly plan ahead. Spending your retirement watching every time [...]
Seniors who are on fixed income may be facing a hard time. With retirement accounts still not fully recovered from the 2008 recession or even due to improper retirement planning, meeting the costs of living as a senior on a fixed income can be challenging. Fortunately there are many programs that can help supplement a [...]
Tax season is here. Budgets are tight for seniors, so why not maximize your tax refund. Don’t forget to include these important deductions on your taxes this year! Long-term Care Insurance The amount you can claim for this floats depending on your age. Check online or with your accountant for exact details but you can [...]
Knowing the signs and who to call are good ways to deal with elder abuse. Prevention before it occurs is a much better way of dealing with elder abuse. Here are some ideas to reduce the risk of abuse for you or your elderly loved one. Education is Prevention Being educated and aware of all [...]
If you suspect that an elderly loved one is being abused you need to report it. Here are some things to have prepared to give the agency that you report it to and what to expect when reporting elder abuse. Making the Call Whether you are reporting to law enforcement, an ombudsman or Adult Protective [...]
Keeping a close eye on elderly loved ones that live at home or are in a care facility can help to detect early signs of abuse. While nobody wants to think that people would abuse or take advantage of the more vulnerable of us, the truth is it happens. Here are the things to look [...]
Elder abuse is a horrible thing for both a person and their family to go through. If you suspect that an elderly loved one might be the victim of abuse, who can you turn to for help? There are several agencies that are available for you to turn to and report elder abuse. Adult Protective [...]