Are Blood Type and Dementia related?

May 7, 2021

One study found that your blood type could raise your risk of developing dementia.

Why Is Dr. Oz Suing Sister over Inheritance?

April 29, 2021

Mehmet Öz, a U.S. celebrity surgeon of Turkish origin better known as “Dr. Oz,” took legal action against his sister Nazlım Suna Öz, claiming she forged documents over their father’s inheritance.

Which Health Issues to Watch for over 50

April 6, 2021

As we age, our bodies wear down. Here is how to cut costs associated with some common ailments.

Elder Financial Abuse During Social Isolation

March 16, 2021

Thankfully, as our country is stepping up the delivery of vaccines, this terribly isolating time will hopefully soon be behind us.

How to Advocate for Elderly Parents

February 17, 2021

As family caregivers, we play many roles: scheduler, money manager, house cleaner, health aide, nurse, navigator, nurturer and more. Perhaps the most important role, though, is advocate, as we ensure the best life possible for our loved ones when they are vulnerable.

Keeping Seniors Safe in Coronavirus Pandemic

October 9, 2020

Forty-one percent of participants in a new survey said they don’t trust assisted living communities and nursing homes to keep older adults safe amid the coronavirus pandemic.

What Happens if a Power of Attorney Is Rejected?

August 13, 2020

The possibility that a power of attorney might be rejected may be one reason not to simply pull a form off the internet and hope it will be accepted.

Elder Financial Abuse Occurs When No One’s Watching

July 7, 2020

Take, for example, the sad and sordid tax case of Mary Ellen Cranmer Nice vs. United States of America, which would not have existed if an attentive financial advisor hadn’t noticed the large IRA distributions that were allegedly stolen right from under a matriarch’s nose.

Can Exercise Help with Dementia?

June 23, 2020

The results of a year-long trial led by researchers at UT Southwestern have homed in on how aerobic exercise can improve memory in older subjects with mild cognitive impairment. The findings suggest it is never too late to start exercising, since aerobic activity improves blood flow to regions of the brain associated with memory.

When Should You Have “The Talk” with Your Kids?

June 11, 2020

An immature or troubled child could try to misuse your money or goad you into handing over assets you might need later. Complicated family dynamics, or just your desire for privacy, may make you hesitant to open up.

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