Assisted Living Mythbusters
Assisted living is a topic that often comes up when families start noticing changes in their loved ones. For some adult children,...
Understanding an AL Contract
Senior living contracts (also called admission or residency agreements) come in many different forms depending on the community, type of...
How Is the New Tax Law Affecting Seniors?
Tax Day is around the corner and time is of the essence when it comes to preparing your 2018 tax return. See what retirees can expect...
A Geriatrician’s Advice on Sleep Problems and Dementia
Sleep problems are common in patients diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias. The connection between dementia and sleep...
The Assisted Living Effect: Better Health and Happiness
While many aging parents are wary of leaving their family home to move into assisted living, the truth is that a senior living community...
The Best Cell Phones and Plans for Seniors
Estelle Carlson of Redondo Beach, California, has had a smartphone for at least 10 years. Carlson, who is in her 70s, does everything on...
Everything you need to know about Medicare
Medicare is the federal government program that provides health care coverage (health insurance) if you are 65+, under 65 and receiving...
Medicaid Myths Debunked
Are you worried that you’ll have to sell everything you own and be penniless before you or a senior loved one can qualify for Medicaid?...
What Might be Triggering Agitation in a Senior with Dementia?
When a loved one has Alzheimer’s disease, family members may struggle to find ways to manage difficult behaviors. A common one is...
How to Choose a Life Insurance Policy When You're Over 55
An increased life expectancy has changed the life insurance market over the past few decades. More and more people are enjoying life past...
