Etiquette makes people comfortable and at ease and it shows that we value and respect others. What more appropriate time to conform to etiquette standards than at a funeral? When attendees are mourning the loss of a loved one, the more appropriate and well-behaved the guests, the better for those suffering from grief.
Maintaining excellent oral hygiene as we age is important to stave off the need for dentures and other painful dental issues. The American Dental Association states that there are strong correlations between dental health and overall physical health.
A Qualified Personal Residence Trust (QPRT) can be a useful tool during the estate planning process. The purpose behind this type of trust is to allow a homeowner to transfer their primary residence or a secondary residence (like a vacation home) into a trust, but still maintain the right to live in it for a specified amount of time.
Many caregivers notice that their senior patients tend to lose their appetite and make poor food choices when left on their own. These later years require proper nutrition for optimal health and increased longevity.
Whether you need to assist an elderly loved one with financial choices or make important health care decisions, the ability to help in this capacity can be limited without proper planning. This becomes especially important when your loved one moves into an assisted living facility or becomes hospitalized.
Sometimes seniors purposely withhold information from their loved ones and it can be costly to their health, finances and overall well-being. Being able to detect when your loved ones are holding out on you can be tricky.
There are various stages in life where we are more prone to temper tantrums – as toddlers, teenagers and yes, as elderly adults. This acting out is typically a result of being so triggered by strong emotions that you lack the self-control to stay composed.
Medicaid is a federal program designed to assist low-income individuals with medical care and long-term care needs. The application process is complex and time-consuming. You must show you qualify based on strict income and asset ownership eligibility requirements.
When someone you love passes away and the funeral services are complete, you may start the next steps in squaring away financial and legal issues. This is the process of probate or estate administration.
