Crafting an estate plan is one of the most intimate things you can do. The decisions you make regarding inheritance, insurance benefits, and elder care are a reflection of how you feel about your loved ones and who you most trust to expedite your wishes. As such, it...
Month: November 2016
Finding the right Medicare plan can be challenging
Once you reach the age of 65, you become eligible to receive the benefits offered by Medicare. Medicare allows you to purchase insurance at a lower cost and even if you have preexisting conditions, you still cannot be denied coverage. So all in all, Medicare is a very...
Is it time to consider assisted living?
As we age, our capacity for self-care begins to diminish, but the process is gradual. As such, we may reach a stage where tending to our needs becomes difficult, but we are still mostly capable of looking after ourselves. At this point in your life, it could be...
Scam targeting elderly netted $300 million in ill-gotten gains
Life gets more difficult as we age. Not only do we become more physically frail, but our mental capacity can become impaired. In short, older people are often extremely vulnerable and should be treated with care. This is why it is so hard to comprehend how someone...
Choosing a legal guardian in an emergency situation
If you have a family member who has been diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease, you likely realize that at some point, his or her ability to make decisions will become severely impaired. At such a time, it can be extremely beneficial for your loved one to have a...
