According to a new study from AARP and the National Alliance for Caregiving, family caregivers are a varied group. The report, Caregiving in the U.S. 2015, found that while the “typical” caregiver is a woman age 49 taking care of…
According to a new study from AARP and the National Alliance for Caregiving, family caregivers are a varied group. The report, Caregiving in the U.S. 2015, found that while the “typical” caregiver is a woman age 49 taking care of…
Every senior should be aware of Michigan’s “Long Term Care Ombudsman” program, which upholds the rights of seniors, whether they are in a nursing home, or an assisted living setting. Michigan Senior Living Seniors living in Michigan, and who may…
A continuing care retirement community is able to offer progressive levels of care as they become necessary. In today’s uncertain economic times marked by roller-coaster markets and flat-line wages, leave it to a certain segment of Michigan seniors and retirees who…
Though Baby Boomers do focus on cash flow in retirement, planning beyond that with an estate plan is often not on their radar. “The secret of getting ahead is getting started.” Mark Twain Well put, Mr. Twain, and thank you…
Many veterans who qualify for health coverage from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) do not see the benefit in enrolling in Medicare when they become eligible. In the first place, some parts of the Medicare plan require the payment…
Jackie Knapp has volunteered at the Battle Creek Veterans Affairs Medical Center for nearly 35 years. Knapp offers her support and time to veterans who need someone to talk to about their emotional, physical and economic problems. She has helped…
More American family members are serving as caregivers for their loved ones than ever before. According to a study by the Pew Research Center and the California HealthCare Foundation, 39 percent of adults were family caregivers in 2012, up from…
Long-term care insurance has become a critical topic as health care costs continue to rise. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services estimates the average annual cost of U.S. nursing home care to be $74,820. But in California, the…
According to a survey by the AARP, the majority of people say that they would prefer to spend their senior years in their own home. However, it is worth considering how issues of health, mobility or finances might affect one’s…
A recent Reuters article highlights an identity security problem for U.S. seniors. Identification cards issued by Medicare contain instructions to carry the card with you at all times. But your card also contains your full social security number (SSN). Losing…