How Can I Be Better Long-Distance Caregiver for Dad?
Long pandemic lockdowns forced many older adults to become comfortable with video calls to stay connected with family. That, in turn, means that long-distance caregivers have a better way to see how their loved ones are faring.
Stepchild Inheritance Rights
My spouse passed. I have stepchildren who want a percentage of the profits from selling our house. What are they legally entitled to with no will?
Will Mediterranean Diet Stave Off Alzheimer’s?
People who eat a diet rich in fruits, vegetables, olive oil and fish could be at lower risk of dementia, a new study has suggested.
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.
Are Your ‘Affairs’ Really in Order?
With the threat of COVID-19, we’ve all come face-to-face with our mortality, but are you prepared for the worst?
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.
Do I Need to Pay Taxes on Life Insurance Proceeds?
Knowing when life insurance is taxable and how to avoid taxation can help families ensure their loved ones get all of their policy’s proceeds.
Does Brushing and Flossing Keep Dementia Away?
In case oral hygiene wasn’t important enough already, brushing one’s teeth could help maintain one’s mental — along with their dental — health.
What Social Security Mistake Looms for Married Seniors?
Claiming Social Security prior to full retirement age (which falls between 66 and 67, depending on your year of birth) means slashing your monthly benefits for life. However, in some cases, it does pay to file early.
