Sadly, many of us have witnessed the slow and dehumanizing death of loved ones and friends suffering from Alzheimer's. In the final stages of this and other dementia diseases, there comes a time when your loved one can no longer…
Low-income families and individuals can obtain health insurance through the US Medicaid program. However, because of the steep costs associated with long-term care, Medicaid planning is a growing trend for individuals with higher net worth as an alternative to spending…
The focus of senior consumerism has shifted from health and wellness to affordable solutions. Improving and maintaining greater physical and mental health lifestyles through proactive and preventative measures is increasing. For seniors to thrive and flourish in retirement, technology and…
There are astronomical costs associated with nursing home care if you become seriously ill or injured. You might also know that Medicare would cover only a minimal amount of those costs. Private insurance doesn’t seem like a good bet if…
Homeownership is a dream that every American strives for. Owning a home is often the most significant and valuable possession in someone's life. So when health begins to fail and the need for long-term care arises, we often get this…
It was recently announced by researchers at the Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University that mice with Alzheimer's disease (AD) can be protected from the disease with pharmacological "chaperone therapy". Alzheimer’s is a chronic neurodegenerative disease that currently…
The ABLE account and the special needs trusts are both tax-free accounts intended to save money for disabled people while protecting their public benefits eligibility. Each has its merits, and it’s possible to maintain both account types. Special needs trust…
Disability and special needs individuals are supported and empowered by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). More options for individuals and families who support them to live as independently as possible are available. Multiple options are available to create and…
The most vulnerable of Americans are in our nation’s nursing homes. When the novel coronavirus did hit, these nursing homes became its ground zero as many residents and workers did not receive testing, and staff found obtaining personal protective equipment…
Parents who are aging will often lose their ability to make informed and meaningful decisions regarding their lives due to cognitive decline. This growing inability may occur due to Alzheimer’s disease, other forms of dementia, mental illness, stroke, brain injury,…