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Are You Part of The Sandwich Generation?
Whether they know it or not, many Baby Boomers belong to the “sandwich generation.” This doesn’t refer to what they…
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Finding Your Elder-Law Attorney
It is of the utmost importance to find a qualified attorney to help you plan for the future, particularly when…
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Common Errors in Long-Term Care Planning
By Bernard A. Krooks, Certified Elder Law Attorney During our discussions with clients, we learn about many misconceptions they have…
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The Growing Alzheimer’s Family
One in eight older Americans, or some 5.4 million people, has Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia. And nearly…
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The 10 Best Questions for Living with Alzheimer’s
Ask the Experts: Dr. Dede Bonner Question: My father was just diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease. Does he now need to
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New Genes Linked to Alzheimer’s
In the largest study of its kind to date, a team of American researchers has identified four new genes that…
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Kathy Mattea: Where She’s Been
By Sam Gaines Three-time Grammy winner Kathy Mattea has built a solid career as a singer-songwriter and touring musician no…
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Hector Elizondo: Speaking Up About Alzheimer’s
By Tamekia Reece You probably know Hector Elizondo from movies and television shows such as Pretty Woman, Chicago Hope, Georgia
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A Conversation with Maria Shriver
By Tamekia Reece As a mother of four, a bestselling author, award-winning journalist and wife of California Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger,…
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Caregiving, Flu and You
By Jennifer Sellers You’ve probably had the flu at least once in your life. You likely remember the aches, pains,…
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Gardening Soothes the Soul
By Michelle Porter Tiernan Working in a garden can make you feel like a kid again. Feeling the sun on…
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Protecting the Family Home
By Bernard A. Krooks, Esq., Certified Elder Law Attorney When a loved one becomes ill, there are many issues that…
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Third-Party Special Needs Trusts: Peace of Mind for Caregivers
By Bernard A. Krooks, Esq., Certified Elder Law Attorney We are all aware of the importance of getting our family’s…
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Advance Directives: Ensure your Wishes are Honored
By Bernard A. Krooks, Esq., Certified Elder Law Attorney What kind of medical care would you want if you were…
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Talking to Children about Alzheimer’s
By Mary Adam Thomas “The worst thing is the kids. I don’t know how long it’s going to take before…
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How to Communicate With Someone Who Has Alzheimer’s
By: www.ALZinfo.org How can I communicate better with my loved one who has Alzheimer’s? Learning about Alzheimer’s—how it progresses and…
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How to Assemble a Caregiving Team
By Winnie Yu Whether it’s driving mom to the doctor, doing dad’s laundry, or providing 24/7 care to an aging…
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A Loved One Has Been Diagnosed with Alzheimer’s Disease: Now What?
By: www.ALZinfo.org When your loved one is diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease, many questions come to mind. First is the question…
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Home-Based Training May Benefit Alzheimer’s Patients and Caregivers
A home care program that used nurses and occupational therapists to aid people with Alzheimer’s in their homes brought benefits…
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How to Find and Select an Elder Law Attorney
By Bernard A. Krooks, Esq., Certified Elder Law Attorney If you have a family member with Alzheimer’s disease, there are…
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Suggesting a Memory Screening
By Kevin Gault It can be a touchy moment: You notice changes in a loved one’s cognitive abilities, want to…
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What to Expect When You’re Caregiving
Anyone who has cared for a loved one with Alzheimer’s knows just how stressful and unpredictable the experience can be.…
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Friends and Family May Be the Best Detectors of Early Alzheimer’s
Family members and friends may be better judges of early Alzheimer’s disease than standard memory tests, a new study reports.…
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Show You Care: the Rachael Ray Way
By Tracy A. Mozingo Food is a source of life; it is also a source of comfort. It helps heal…
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