“Surprise, surprise! You’re my executor!”
Tips on how to prepare a will that will make your life easier and ensure the welfare of your family.
Like the military, signing up is easier than checking out
This article provides tips on how to prepare all the necessary paper work when a loved one passes away.
A Call To Action
Dr. Hernández describes what Consumer Directed Care is about and how it could support caregivers who are caring for loved ones at home. This is an issue caregivers need to understand in order to better advocate for themselves.
Consumer Directed Care In Danger Of Extinction
- Caregiver Issues
- Eldercare
- Financial, Insurance, Legal Matters
- Legislation and Advocacy
- Long Term Care
Dr. Hernández describes what Consumer Directed Care can and has done. She also discusses why the government is not moving forward with it and what we as caregivers need to know about its value.
The Modern Trojan Horse: The Medicare Modernization Act
- Caregiver Issues
- Eldercare
- Financial, Insurance, Legal Matters
- Legislation and Advocacy
- Long Term Care
Dr Hernández encourages caregivers and others to take heed to the new laws that are being passed for MEDICARE.. Weigh all options carefully before making your decision as to whether or not to sign up.
Reverse Mortgage To The Rescue: Why Senior Citizens Must Have Them
The author describes how a reverse mortgage brought the lives of his senior citizen clients back from the brink. He also discusses why the familiar options to reverse mortgages generally don’t work.
A Primer on Reverse Mortgages: Second Installment
This installment will separate reverse mortgage fact from fiction. The purpose of this installment is to provide a solid foundation for seniors and their representatives to make the best decision possible.
A Primer on Reverse Mortgages: First Installment
The author discusses why a reverse mortgage should be a potent weapon in your problem solving arsenal. The second part tackles the specific features and requirements indigenous to reverse mortgages.
Parents Who Were Brought Up During The Depression
The author shares about caregivers parents who were brought up during the depression and their consciousness about spending money on important things that are necessary for their health and well being
Diminishing Elder Power — The Discount Prescription Drug Plan
Medicare provides an opportunity to sign up for Prescription Drug Discount Plan for the elderly. The article lists pros and cons of the Plan.
Home Health Care and Medicare: What is Home Health Care and What Does Medicare Cover?
The author discusses home health care coverage by Medicaid.. and what it doesn’t cover.
Deciding on Home Health Care: Help is Available
CMS introduced a new resource called Home Health Compare with information on Medicare-certified home health agencies. Data and measures of quality are available to help make more informed decisions about home health care.