A new AARP analysis gives a glimpse into the experiences of family caregivers and offers recommendations on policies and practices that policymakers should enact in support of caregivers nationwide.
Many executors don't understand the probate process and leave the tasks to the lawyer. While the executor has a fiduciary duty to protect the heirs' interests, does the lawyer? It depends on your state.
Recently proposed legislation seeks to offer financial relief for unpaid family caregivers. The Lowering Costs for Caregivers Act of 2023 is the result of a bipartisan effort to lessen the costs of family caregiving.
To secure the maximum amount in monthly Social Security retirement benefits, Americans must wait until full retirement age to start receiving their payouts. Results from a 2023 survey show that most of today's workers know about this stipulation - and yet the vast majority say they’re willing to file for their Social Security benefits early anyway.
Although 2024 Medicare premiums are seeing an increase, there are nevertheless a few bright spots. Starting on January 1, 2024, Medicare enrollees may be pleased to hear about several positive changes taking place.
Under a new Medicare Prescription Payment Plan starting in 2025, all Medicare prescription drug plans, including Medicare Advantage plans, will offer enrollees the option to spread out their prescription drug out-of-pocket costs over 12 months.
America has three major housing issues for seniors: affordability, physical accessibility, and access to medical care and other services. There is a need for creative solutions to housing.
Our lives are becoming more and more technologically advanced with the introduction of the Internet of Medical Things (IoMT). IoMT is helping seniors with their health care needs as well as reducing medical costs. What is the IoMT? The Internet…
In the coming year, the Social Security Administration (SSA) will make important changes to its benefit programs for more than 70 million Americans. Inflation continues to increase daily living costs with higher costs for gasoline, food, utility, rent, and mortgages.…
The National Council on Aging (NCOA) reports that American elder financial fraud and abuse amount to between 2.6 and 36.5 billion dollars in lost funds and assets every year. However, NCOA believes elder economic abuse and fraud may be underreported…