Veterans Pension, also called Aid and Attendance, is an often-overlooked benefit for veterans. Its purpose is to provide a minimal standard of living for those who served our country during a wartime period. The veteran didn’t need to go overseas or be in combat; he or she only needs [...]
Today’s housing market is creating more and more hurdles for homebuyers. According to The National Association of Realtors, the number of homes for sale has steadily declined over the past three years. At the same time, interest rates hikes are increasing monthly mortgage payments. In this competitive environment, potential homebuyers [...]
Spring cleaning used to be a time when we really cleaned. Now it’s an expression for an exercise where many of us resolve to “get organized” or “get my affairs simplified” or some version of launching a new year with a better version of the old. As we age, this [...]
Part of the fun at the end of a meal is reading the fortune cookie. We can’t resist opening that small, floured, delectable cookie to reveal its messages of fortune, predicting success, a bright future, happiness, and pleasures in the days ahead. What the cookie will not tell us is [...]
If you are turning 65 within the next nine months, then you have some very important decisions to make about Medicare coverage. Do you understand the new alphabet and your ABCs and D? If you qualify for A, then you have the option to purchase B. You must have A [...]
Today’s seniors are staying more active. But some are troubled by chronic pain and health conditions. If you or a loved one require regular medical care, you can take charge of your health, address medical needs, and maintain the best lifestyle possible. You + Health Advocate = Expert Care [...]
My aunt called me recently with a question: How do I know when I’m ready for a retirement community? Her question was important because she had just received a call from a community saying that she had made it to the top of their waiting list and they had an [...]
“Dr. Karen, why is it that it’s hard to come up with even simple words sometimes? I have always noticed this but it seems to be happening more lately and it is frustrating and sometimes embarrassing.” Joel P. —Business Manager Hi Joel. Thanks for your question! I hear this complaint [...]
Gathering with friends and family over the holidays reminds us how very thankful we are for all that we have. And even though another holiday season has passed and we’re moving into a new year, it’s not too early to think about the next season of giving. Especially when we [...]
Time to review your estate plan - Under the new tax law, very few estates will pay federal estate tax. But that doesn’t mean you should cross estate planning off your to-do list. Even though you probably won’t need to worry about estate taxes, you still need to understand [...]
