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Do You Need Long-Term Care Insurance?Elder Care Planning

Do You Need Long-Term Care Insurance?

Long-term care is expensive and likely. What experts say about the insurance, its real costs, and the alternatives worth weighing.

Lynda MenegottiLynda MenegottiMay 31, 2026
Should You Get the Pneumonia Vaccine?Senior Health

Should You Get the Pneumonia Vaccine?

Pneumonia hits older adults hard. Why the CDC recommends two shots after 65, and how to decide if you need them.

Lynda MenegottiLynda MenegottiMay 31, 2026
What is the Special Compensation for Assistance with Activities of Daily Living (SCAADL)?Elder Care Planning

What is the Special Compensation for Assistance with Activities of Daily Living (SCAADL)?

Caring for a wounded veteran carries real financial weight. How SCAADL compensation can ease the burden for eligible families.

Lynda MenegottiLynda MenegottiMay 31, 2026
What is Medicare Part D?Elder Care Planning

What is Medicare Part D?

Prescription costs can overwhelm a fixed income. What Medicare Part D covers and how its drug benefit actually works.

Lynda MenegottiLynda MenegottiMay 31, 2026
Fun Activities to Do with Your Aging Loved OneAging in Place

Fun Activities to Do with Your Aging Loved One

Time together matters more than ever. A roundup of indoor, outdoor, and community activities to enjoy with an aging loved one.

Lynda MenegottiLynda MenegottiMay 31, 2026
Why Am I Experiencing Memory Loss Part 4: A Patient’s StoryDementia Care

Why Am I Experiencing Memory Loss Part 4: A Patient’s Story

When memory loss strikes, the cause is not always obvious. A psychiatrist shares one patient's revealing journey to answers.

Bruce Alan Kehr, M.D.Bruce Alan Kehr, M.D.May 31, 2026
The Top 5 Benefits of Pets for Aging AdultsSenior Health

The Top 5 Benefits of Pets for Aging Adults

A pet can transform an older adult's day. Five ways companionship eases stress and brings routine and purpose to aging.

Lynda MenegottiLynda MenegottiMay 31, 2026
How to Get Help with Caregiving TasksCare Coordination

How to Get Help with Caregiving Tasks

You do not have to do it alone. A guide to free and paid services that help caregivers share the daily load.

Ron NovakRon NovakMay 31, 2026
How to Find Caregiver TrainingFamily Caregiving

How to Find Caregiver Training

Caring for someone is a skill you can learn. Where to find caregiver training, both online and in person, to build confidence.

Lynda MenegottiLynda MenegottiMay 31, 2026
How to Protect Those with Alzheimer’s and Dementia from Financial AbuseDementia Care

How to Protect Those with Alzheimer’s and Dementia from Financial Abuse

Dementia makes loved ones easy marks for financial predators. Practical safeguards to protect their money and their trust.

Lynda MenegottiLynda MenegottiMay 31, 2026
Important Vaccinations for Aging AdultsSenior Health

Important Vaccinations for Aging Adults

Immune defenses weaken with age. The vaccinations that matter most for older adults and the people who care for them.

Lynda MenegottiLynda MenegottiMay 31, 2026
How to Get Help with MedicareElder Care Planning

How to Get Help with Medicare

Medicare is confusing, but help is free. The programs and contacts that can answer your questions and resolve problems.

Lynda MenegottiLynda MenegottiMay 31, 2026