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This is a guest post by Marco Chayet and Dawn Hewitt, from the law firm Chayet & Danzo, LLC in Denver, Colorado. There are several different types of trusts that can be used to enhance the quality of life for a trust beneficiary with special needs. These trusts generally supplement benefits that the beneficiary receives [...]
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The benefits of Tai Chi for seniors are incredible. If you are looking for a low-impact, relaxing form of exercise that only requires about 20 minutes a day and rewards your efforts, Tai Chi is for you. Tai Chi is an internal Chinese martial art in the sense that it focuses on mental and spiritual [...]
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Whether you are a family member trying to choose the right home care company for your loved one, or you are a provider interviewing potential applicants, background checking is critical. Eldercare abuse comes in many forms: financial, emotional and physical. Being proactive about the selecting a home care provider can help you avoid worry, heartache [...]
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I have always been a big fan of Howard Gleckman, author of Caring for Our Parents. In fact, he was the very first person I interviewed for my Leaders in Elder Care series. If you aren’t familiar with Howard’s blog, you’re really missing out on a complete play-by-play of how the health care debate is [...]
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Early-onset Alzheimer’s disease is one of 38 degenerative conditions included in the Social Security Administration’s new Compassionate Allowances program. This fast-tracking system is designed to aid younger patients and their families in moving quickly from diagnosis to benefits. Expediting this process aids in reducing stress associated with waiting for the lengthy approval process, and trying [...]
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In aging seniors, healthy brain function is about more than just memory and coordination; everyday tasks, relationships, hobbies and quality of life are all affected. It stands to reason that the more aware and capable you are of cognitive reasoning and performing independent living activities the higher your self confidence and emotional health. The nation’s [...]
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