The increasing number of seniors and near-seniors experiencing dementia in the United States is on a rapid rise. A hallmark of cognitive decline is a long pre-clinical phase followed by an actual medical diagnosis that progresses from early to middle…
It is essential to bring up a parent's aging expectations and set goals together even though initial discussions may be uncomfortable. Often, an exploration into a parent’s future thoughts about health, finances, and residential plans can make the difference between…
The expansion of the COVID-19 vaccination rollout, several weeks after it began, is part of a vaccine "playbook" issued to US states in September 2020. The playbook leaves many details of the vaccine's implementation up to individual state governments, confusing…
Dementia, which includes the prevalence of Alzheimer's Disease, in the American population is creating difficult caregiving experiences for the family members who are responsible for providing care. Even though you understand your loved one's dementia behaviors are a symptom of…
The Social Security Administration (SSA) recently sent a proposal to the administration's Office of Management and Budget (OMB) that news reports describe as making it harder for older workers to receive Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits. After a review…
In this article we look at the potential policies put forth by the incoming Biden Administration. With a Democratic president, the House with a Democratic majority, and a closely divided Senate we could see more moderation and consistency in policy.…
The largest types of insurance fraud are scams which target government and private health care insurers. Scammers frequently target government insurance like Medicare by stealing newly issued medical ID cards and then stealing identities. The Coalition Against Insurance Fraud estimates that tens…
A study conducted by The Blackstone Group, an independent research firm, on behalf of Bankers Life Center for a Secure Retirement highlights concerning data regarding middle-income baby boomer retirement care preparedness. According to the survey above, the bleak financial reality of…
Many adult children in the US live far away from their parents. Managing aging parents or in-law medical events can be a serious challenge without proper preparation and understanding of what your parents' strategy may or may not be, no…
Continuing care retirement communities (CCRC) are becoming popular retirement choices in the United States. Sometimes referred to as life plan communities, the goal is to provide a long-term care option for older residents. These residents prefer to live in the…