Resources for Caregivers of Older Adults with Dementia
Although caring for people with dementia can be challenging, a variety of resources can help caregivers assist their loved ones.
Savings for Seniors: Lower Medicare Part B Premiums in 2023
For the first time in more than 10 years, Medicare Part B enrollees will see some of their costs decline.
Comparing Traditional Medicare and Medicare Advantage
Recent research examined the differences between traditional Medicare and Medicare Advantage.
What You Need to Know About Medicaid’s Personal Needs Allowance
Seniors living in Medicaid-funded nursing homes receive a personal needs allowance - a monthly stipend the Medicaid recipient can use to pay for needs that Medicaid does not cover.
What Are Medicaid Asset Protection Trusts?
When you put your assets in a MAPT, Medicaid will not count the money in the trust toward its resource limit.
Can a Nursing Home Hold Friends or Family Members Responsible For a Resident’s Care?
If your loved one is entering a nursing home, you may worry whether you could be liable for their care.
Majority of Adult Children Cannot Support Boomer Parents, Surveys Find
A recent survey finds that 55 percent of adult children say they are not financially prepared to help their Baby Boomer parents cope with rising inflation and living expenses.
How Much Long-Term Care Insurance Should You Purchase?
A number of considerations go into how much long-term care insurance any consumer should buy.
Miller Trusts Can Help You Qualify for Medicaid
Even a modest monthly income may disqualify you from Medicaid. A Miller Trust may help you resolve this dilemma.
Be Cautious of Generic Health Care Proxy Forms
If you have ever been admitted to the hospital, you have likely been asked to sign a health care proxy form.