When your loved one has special needs, then you know how important it is to make sure he or she has the necessary support. We talk to families each day about special needs planning and provide educational resources to ensure that they understand the complexities of the issues they Continue reading
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What is Medicare Advantage and Is It Right for Me?
Medicare is a massive government health insurance program for American seniors, which currently provides health insurance for more than 55 million people.
Eligibility is simple: You must be age 65 or older, a U.S. citizen or legal resident living in the U.S. for at least five straight Continue reading
Lessons The Queen of Soul is Teaching Us About Estate Planning
Recently, we lost the Queen of Soul. Aretha Franklin passed away on August 16, 2018, leaving many of her fans surprised and deeply saddened. Even at 76 years old, she still had many hits that are still being sung today including “I Never Loved a Man”, “Think”, and her own funky version Continue reading
Effects of Certain Dementia-Linked Drugs May Be Worse Than Previously Thought
Do you believe that you have ever experienced a “mental fog” or disorientation after taking certain medications, like antihistamines? While it may be a normal side effect, it can also come with long-term risks not previously known to scientists.
According to several landmark studies Continue reading
Estate Planning You Need When You are Separated
Research tells us that the divorce rate today is around 40% of all American couples. If you add in, however, separated couples this number increases to close to 50%. While completing estate planning for your family when you are divorced seems logical to many individuals, we are seeing Continue reading
Life Lessons and Estate Planning Tips from The King
Elvis Presley famously said, “The truth is like the sun. You can shut it out for a time but it ain’t going away.” When it comes to thinking about your future and what you need to do to protect yourself and your loved ones, nothing could be closer to the truth. This week, as we think Continue reading
Living Wills are a Critical Part of Estate Planning!
Who would you like to make medical decisions on your behalf if you become unable to make them for yourself? How long would you prefer to remain on life support? How would you like any pain to be managed? At what point should healthcare professionals cease providing you with medical Continue reading
8 Storm Season Prep Tips for Seniors with Pets and Service Dogs
When it’s clear that your area is in the path of an oncoming storm, you need to quickly decide if you are going to leave your home and relocate to a safer area, or stay and ride out the storm.
Sometimes, you won’t have a choice. Public safety officials are not averse to issuing Continue reading