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"…
Bert Cave
President of Support For Home
Sacramento, California 95825
916-482-8484
Member of the national ElderCare Matters Alliance, California chapter
We introduced the Advance Living Directive™ Support For Home developed in our last article. It is neither a commercial product nor a sole creation of our agency. Like most good things, it is collaborative, adapted from an article by M.P. Lawton and E.M. Brody. This tool allows individuals and families to look at all of the Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) and Instrumental Activities of Daily Living (IADLs) that we perform virtually every day.
We really do encourage families to participate in this exercise together, applying it not just to Mom and Dad, but to themselves, as well. Using the tool together and discussing the results as a family goes through the exercise will generate some excellent discussion and make the outcome more meaningful for all. Read more on Article: Advance Living Directive™ Part II…
Sally Allen
A Place for Everything, LLC
Golden, Colorado
303-526-5357
Member of the national ElderCare Matters Alliance, Colorado chapter
If you or your parents are at the stage of life to consider downsizing, you've got a lot of company. Nearly 40 million people in the United States, or 13 percent of the total population, were 65 or older in 2007, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.
As individuals live longer and families are often geographically dispersed, more elderly adults are faced with the trauma of relocating, often from a place they've called home for decades. Every nook and cranny holds special memories. The thought of leaving them behind can be overwhelming. Read more on Tips to Make Downsizing Easier…
By Phillip G. Sanders, MBA, MSHA, CPA
Georgia ElderCare Advisors, LLC
Atlanta, Georgia
770-379-4500
Member of the national ElderCare Matters Alliance,
Georgia chapter
If you really want to understand what ElderCare is all about, talk to someone like Jeanette Johnson. In 1990, her husband, a Navy veteran of 24 years, passed away. In 2001, she suffered two strokes within 20 days. While many might have given up, the self-described "stubborn" Mrs. Johnson persevered.
Read more on Finding the right ElderCare professional can make a difference in a life…
Sheri Samotin, President
John E. Settle, Jr., Esq.