Heather R. Chubb, Esq.
The Chubb Law Firm
Fair Oaks, California
916-241-9661
Member of the national ElderCare Matters Alliance, California chapter
Keeping Our Seniors Safe From Scams
Our seniors are a charitable bunch, but sometimes that can get them into trouble. And the scammers out there know it. The scammers know that our seniors are often isolated and being a friendly bunch are willing to talk to a friendly voice. They also know the mail is the highlight of the day for many seniors. Seniors are also inclined to provide information via surveys. And everyone likes to think they could win it big with the lottery or sweepstakes.
Read more on Today's Elder Care Article on ElderCareMatters.com: "Keeping Our Seniors Safe From Scams"…
Angela N. Manz, Attorney at Law
The Law Office of Angela N. Manz
Virginia Beach, Virginia 23452
757-271-6275
Member of the national ElderCare Matters Alliance
There are several government benefits available to seniors who need help paying for extended care. However, the qualifications and requirements for these benefits can often be complicated and confusing, leaving many people unsure of how to qualify or whether they are applying for right benefit for their family.
Read more on Article of the Week on ElderCareMatters.com: "Should My Loved One Apply for Veteran’s Aid and Attendance Benefits or Medicaid?"…
Amy Cameron O'Rourke, MPH, CMC
The Cameron Group
Orlando, Florida 32803
1-888-896-2010
Member of the national ElderCare Matters Alliance
Watching a parent grow older, become more frail and maybe more vulnerable can be an enriching experience when there is a framework for understanding the stage they are in. Without understanding some of the common stages, however, it can be a time fraught with frustration and anxiety. This time of life for an elder is called “late life” and one of the books that best describes and supports this time is the pioneering book, “ My Mother, Your Mother”, by Dr. Dennis McCullough.
Read more on Article of the Week on ElderCareMatters.com: "I Am Worried About My Parents"…
Philip C. Benedict, CFP
Benedict Financial Advisors, Inc.
Atlanta, Georgia 30328
770-671-8228
Member of the national ElderCare Matters Alliance
What would make most people happier? Better health? More friends? More time with children and grandchildren?
Read more on Article of the Week on ElderCareMatters.com: "What do most of us want more of?"…
Heather R. Chubb, Life Transitions Lawyer
The Chubb Law Firm
Gold River, California 95670
916-635-6800
Member of the national ElderCare Matters Alliance
Do you remember the uncomfortable feeling you had when your mom or dad sat you down to have “the talk”? Well, I want you to have a talk of a different kind with your parents. This next talk may make you and your parents just as uncomfortable as the first one, but it’s equally as important. I want you to talk to your parents about their estate plan. Read more on Article of the Week on ElderCareMatters.com: "THE SECOND TALK"…
Read more on Article of the Week on ElderCareMatters.com: "THE SECOND TALK"…
J. Michael Bishop, JD
Smiley Bishop & Porter, LLP
1050 Crowne Pointe Parkway
Suite 1250
Atlanta, GA 30338
770-829-3850
Member of the national ElderCare Matters Alliance
Interest rates on bank CDs and money market funds have been at historic lows over the last several years. Sure, everyone wants to make more income from their assets. But always remember there is no free lunch. No matter what a salesman might tell you, with bigger returns come bigger risks.
In an effort to attract seniors’ retirement funds, Wall Street has introduced an array of increasingly complex products that promise investors higher yields than are available from CDs or government bonds. Unfortunately, most of these products carry the danger that an investor can lose most or all of his or her principal investment. In many instances, higher yielding investments are simply inappropriate for seniors seeking to preserve their assets and should not be recommended by stockbrokers, financial advisors or investment advisors. Read more on Article of the week: "Beware: Higher Yielding Investments Can Have Higher Risks"…
Dennis Duncan, Attorney at Law
The Law Offices of Dennis L. Duncan, P.C.
Macon, Georgia 31210
478-254-4232
Member of the national ElderCare Matters Alliance, Georgia chapter
The collective goals of Mr. and Mrs. Marlowe are to protect their family assets for the future benefit of Mrs. Marlowe, their grown children and grandchildren, and accomplished this while at the same time establishing compensability for Mr. Marlowe for Medicaid benefits. The Marlowe family estimate that Mr. Marlowe will need to transition into a long-term skilled care facility in the next two to five years. Read more on Article of the Week: "An Elder Law Case Study – Medicaid and Estate Planning for Mr. and Mrs. Marlowe"…
Dagmar M. Pollex, Esq.
The Law Offices of Dagmar M. Pollex, P.C.
Braintree, Massachusetts 02184
781-535-6490
Member of the national ElderCare Matters Alliance, Massachusetts chapter
Today, the risk of losing your life savings to a long term care illness looms as the largest threat to your future security. That’s why one of the biggest questions and concerns many people have about their lifetime financial security is what would happen if they suffer a long term disabling illness, such as Parkinson’s disease or Alzheimer’s. Read more on Article of the Week: Protecting Your Savings From the Devastating Cost of Long Term Care…
Shannon Martin, M.S.W., CMC
Aging Wisely, LLC
Clearwater, Florida 33756
727-447-5845
Member of the national ElderCare Matters Alliance, Florida chapter
If your loved one is hospitalized, the hospital discharge process is a key transition time. Within 90 days of hospital discharge, as many as 35% of Medicare recipients will be readmitted to the hospital.
Without proper support and resources as well as good understanding of follow up instructions, many individuals will return to the hospital for reasons that could have been avoided. No one wants this, and it can be especially dangerous for elders and persons with chronic conditions.
If you are a family caregiver and an elderly loved one is hospitalized what can you do to ensure a safe transition after the hospital stay? Read more on Article of the Week: Ensuring a Safe Transition for Your Loved One After a Hospital Stay…
Sheri Samotin, President
John E. Settle, Jr., Esq.