With travel back to pre-pandemic levels, people are itching to get away. But for older adults and their caregivers, travel comes with challenges — like managing mobility and keeping track of prescriptions. “When traveling with seniors, Read More
When my grandmother, Mae, was 99 years old, I temporarily moved in with her. She was at the end of her life, and I was 62 years younger than her. I remember that time in colors, shapes, Read More
Experts help families navigate tough situations Betsy Calkins and her siblings recently faced a daunting situation. They noticed their mother, who at the time was in her 90s, was beginning to have challenges living alone Read More
End-of-life midwives ease the final passage with compassion On Saturdays, Don Meints found special pleasure in baking bread, especially with his four daughters. He loved working out any stress from his job as a teacher Read More
Seeking intimacy with others when a spouse or partner has dementia Lino Darchun began “practice dating” two years after his wife, Sydnee, was diagnosed with younger-onset Alzheimer’s disease. “I would ask a woman out Read More
Plan ahead to make your dollars go further Financial planners describe a secure retirement as a “three-legged stool” consisting of Social Security, a pension, and ample savings. But for about 40% of retired adults, retirement income Read More
Is Medicare Advantage right for you? If you’ve watched any television at all in the past 18 months, there’s a good chance you’ve seen Pro Football Hall of Fame quarterback Joe Namath encouraging Read More
A money manager can provide oversight and add value When Johanna Garsenstein visited her aging mother in Evanston, she was alarmed to see a large pile of envelopes asking for charity donations. “I knew something Read More
Tired caregivers may not always know where to turn when it comes to supporting a beloved older family member. Respite care provides short-term relief for primary caregivers. The program allows you a couple weeks (or Read More
Understanding changes in long-term care insurance We’re two years into the Covid-19 pandemic, and it’s hard to find an industry unaffected by change. The long-term care insurance industry is no exception. As a Read More
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