When planning for your future, it is vital that you think about your health and possible outcomes that put your health at risk. While you may be healthy now, that quickly can change in the future, and you need to
Understanding the Rising Costs of Long-Term Care
The uncertainty of the future can be a scary thing. As you get older, your body and your finances change, affecting every facet of your life and creating the need to make sure that you have a plan in place,
Addressing the Needs of Mental Health Awareness
May is national Mental Health Awareness month, and it is an important annual effort which serves to benefit millions of people. Initially suggested in 1949 by organizations within the mental health care field, the yearly observation was made official by
Long-Term Care Insurance Program Bill Passed in Washington State
As you get older, how you pay for your living expenses, as well as any care you may require, becomes more of a pressing issue. If you are a senior without a plan in place, you may react like many
Spring Into Fitness and Feel Better Fast
Throughout history, the arrival of spring eagerly has been welcomed by virtually everyone besides skiers and snowboarders. There also are a few other exceptions, such as a St. Louis pediatric orthopedic surgeon who dreads the annual rush of injuries. With
Personal Caregivers Deserve Thanks and Appreciation
Countless dedicated, unselfish individuals who have dedicated their lives for the service of others deserve our gratitude. Whether they are Veterans, emergency first responders, or simply one of millions of ordinary citizens who voluntarily make sacrifices to help someone. That
Virginia Man Leaves Nursing Home for Holiday Inn, Due to Costs
When you are planning for your future, you need to understand the financial aspects of every decision that you make. You need to know how much your plans and the care you will require will cost. You also need to
Be Aware of Important Medicare Changes for 2019
For American citizens over the age of 65, access to health insurance through Medicare is a wonderful perk. Subsidized government health care can be a welcomed relief after dealing with private insurance and costly prescriptions for much of their adult
Be Aware of the Symptoms of a Stroke
When many older Americans talk about strokes, they may be referring to their golf scores or how they show affection for their cats. That is probably a bit of an exaggeration, but the real truth – according to many medical
Medicaid Can Assist Your Long-Term Needs
As millions of America’s Baby Boomers transition into their older years, many are understandably concerned about their future living arrangements and long-term health care. Such worries may be especially troubling if your personal financial situation and estate plans are not