More lawmakers are showing support for raising Social Security benefits for caregivers
JANA PANARITES was about to make a midlife career shift in 2010 when her father died. At age 50, she had completed a master’s degree in cultural diplomacy at the University of Southern California and was looking for a position in the nonprofit sector. That plan ground to a halt when she moved back to Maryland, where she grew up, to take care of her mother.
Read moreThese 7 healthy habits may help stave off Alzheimer's
Alzheimer’s disease is too often thought of as an inevitable part of aging, but in fact that's a myth and a handful of lifestyle changes and healthy behaviors can help prevent or even reverse it, a top expert says.
Read moreFixing Medicare is essential for taking care of America's vulnerable elderly patients
Given the partisan gridlock gripping Washington and the continued debate over the Affordable Care Act, it can be hard to imagine common ground on healthcare. And yet, despite the many ideological differences between Republicans and Democrats, there is surprising agreement on our system's shortcomings: Healthcare in the U.S. is wasteful and inefficient, and does a poor job caring for our nation's most vulnerable citizens.
Read morePlanning in advance for assisted living can help seniors make a sound decision about their care
Don't wait for a crisis to happen.
Moving a parent or loved one into an assisted-living or other senior housing facility is never an easy decision. But the process can be more costly, in financial as well as emotional terms, when driven by a health-care emergency.
Read moreThe elderly are at a higher risk for heat related illnesses this time of year
RADFORD, Va. (WDBJ7) Dangerous heat is here and it's unbearable for many of us.
But it's especially hard on older people who are more vulnerable to dehydration and heatstroke.
About 40 percent of heat related deaths in the U-S were people 65 and older according to the University of Chicago Medical Center.
Read moreThese strategies can help with dividing caregiving duties among siblings
As Americans live longer, many baby boomers find themselves providing financial and emotional support to aging parents. Experts stress the importance of discussing living and end-of-life plans to navigate who will take care of mom and dad. Do parents eventually plan to move into assisted living or age in place? Is there enough money to pay for long-term care in an assisted living facility or nursing home? Siblings should also discuss expectations with each other.
Read moreHaving healthy bones is vital for staying mobile and these suggestions can keep your bones healthy
While many people don’t consider bone health a top priority, in reality, the health of your bones is vital to every single movement you make. The health experts at Envolve, an integrated healthcare solutions company, are pleased to share some simple suggestions on how to improve and maintain your bone health throughout your life.
Read moreThese simple steps can help decrease your estate costs
When executed properly, estate planning can minimize legal fees, decrease taxes and lower administrative expenses.
Like so many undertakings in life, leaving loose ends when it comes to your estate planning can lead to lost opportunities, stressful last-minute fixes or, ultimately, failure to achieve the desired end result—more money left to your family, friends or choice charities. It can cost your estate dearly, and sometimes no amount of time or money can rectify the problems left by half-hearted efforts.
Read moreMaking sure you understand Medicare can help you get the most out of it
The more you know about Medicare, the better use you can make of it -- improving your health and perhaps your pocketbook's health, as well.
Read moreNearly half of Baby Boomers don't have any retirement saving
The baby-boom generation consists of 76 million Americans. Currently, they are retiring at a rate of about 10,000 per day — and will continue to do so until 2030.
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