Will Medicaid Come after My Mom’s Estate?
Both of my parents entered a facility on Medicaid in January 2020. My dad passed two months later. Their home was sold in December 2020. My mom has been in rehab since a fall. When would the estate recovery begin? It’s confusing.
Lessen Alzheimer’s Debilitating Impact on Financial Decision Making
If a person close to you has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease, it may be time to address some serious financial questions.
Should I Consider a Reverse Mortgage?
Reverse mortgages continue to be one of the most misunderstood retirement and long-term planning tools. Many myths surround the reverse mortgage program.
Can I Be Paid for Caring for a Loved One?
Your chances of getting paid to be a family caregiver are best if you are caring for a U.S. military veteran or for someone eligible for Medicaid, but other possibilities exist.
Will We Soon have Medicare at Age 50?
In addition to reintroducing the Medicare at 50 Act, Senator Gillibrand and her colleagues also called on the Biden administration to expand and improve the Medicare program as part of the American Families Plan.
Seven Items Medicare Doesn’t Cover
Medicare covers the majority of older Americans’ health care needs — from hospital care and doctor visits to lab tests and prescription drugs.
Link Possible between Diabetes, Dementia and Age
Younger age at onset of diabetes could be bad news for brain health, a longitudinal British population-based study suggested.
Does Sleeping Too Little Increase Risk of Dementia?
Could getting too little sleep increase your chances of developing dementia?
Can I Get a Tax Break for Long-Term Care?
The IRS allows some limited tax breaks on medical expenses and insurance premiums related to long-term care.
Does Bacon Cause Dementia?
The equivalent of a rasher of bacon per day may increase the risk of dementia, a new study suggests.
