Before he devoted more than a decade to playing the retired father of TV’s “Frasier,” John Mahoney was a well-known actor, appearing in plays and movies. The size of his estate and the expected number of beneficiaries is evidence of…
It’s a sad fact, but many of the worst crimes against seniors are committed by members of their own family, and most of them go unreported. Elder abuse, including financial abuse, often starts when relatives ask their victims to provide…
With no prenup, millions at stake and a desire to keep a low profile, this former mayor may find himself at the center of an ugly divorce—again. The deck on the split between Rudy Giuliani and his wife Judith is…
An unlikely marriage between a caregiver, who had already been married five times, to an aging man, resulted in claims of abuse and a lawsuit against the caregiver. The family of James Donald Hess recently filed a petition in San…
Today’s technology has led to the creation of over-the-counter devices that are more affordable than hearing aids, which are often not covered by Medicare. One of the least acceptable signs of aging for Baby Boomers is to need to wear…
It’s the worst-case scenario: you become ill or are injured and can’t convey your wishes for end-of-life care. Having an advance directive as part of your estate plan is good. However, it’s just the start. Once you have an advance…
Like any tough topic for families, listening without being judgmental is a big part of a success. It is also important to remember that your parents have worked hard to earn their retirement. Respect that. Discussing retirement and estate planning…
Not having an estate plan in place, makes seniors vulnerable to financial elder abuse. Are you among the 60% of Americans 60 years old and older who don’t have estate planning documents in place, or the 40% who understand how…
Your golden years might be three decades long, so planning your retirement and income has to match up with a longer and more active lifestyle. Today’s retirement could last two or three decades, as people stay healthier and live longer,…
A radio personality in her own right, Kerri Kasem and her siblings were kept away from their famous father at the end of his life. That experience led them to fight for change, and to create a law that has…