Does Medicare cover second medical opinions? The doctor I currently see thinks I need back surgery, but I would like to find out more...

When caring for a loved one who has Alzheimer’s or dementia, behavior can be one of the most difficult parts of the daily journey. It’s...

There are many negative myths about seniors and aging that exist in our society today. While some myths hold some truth to them, there...

The basic Medicaid Rule for nursing home residents is that they must all of their income, minus certain deductions, for their care. These...

Writing down your life’s story can be helpful to both you and your loved ones. There are several benefits to keeping track of your life...

When someone gets ready to move into an assisted living facility there will inevitably be a lot of paperwork involved.  Much of that...

It was her worst nightmare. Karen’s Aunt Marge was in the Emergency Room, and Karen was in the ER waiting room after a midnight phone...

The parent-child relationship is pretty well defined. Children generally don’t advise their parents. It’s the other way around. However,...

When an individual applies for Medicaid assistance in a nursing home, one of the first questions that is asked of them has to do with...

About half of Americans over 60 have completed some form of advance directives. Studies have shown that those who do outline a plan of...

Medicaid law provides special protections for the spouses of Medicaid applicants to make sure the spouses have the minimum support needed...

You have a wealth of knowledge, stories, skills, and an important history that you want to make sure you pass down to your children and...

There are currently several different types of therapies being used to treat the symptoms of Alzheimer’s and dementia. One new type of...

November 28th, 2016, Elder Care Matters Q&A discusses the importance of selecting an Agent under a Power of Attorney Question:  Who may...

Often, with diseases like Alzheimer’s and dementia, the first signs and symptoms are subtle and are confused with normal signs of aging....

Sometimes, it’s hard for those closest to us to recognize when it’s time for a change, and it can be harder still for our loved ones to...

What will happen to my money and possessions if I die without a will? If you die without a will, what happens to your assets will be...

Selecting a nursing home for a loved one is one of the most important and difficult decisions that you may be asked to make. This...

When you’re devoting so much time and energy to caring for Mom, it can be easy to let your own health and wellness take a backseat. But...

When my brother died last year my sister and I had a regular funeral for him and got stuck with a $12,000 bill. Can you recommend some...