Geriatric care management services provide a range of valuable benefits to older adults and their families. These services are designed to address the unique needs and challenges faced by older individuals, especially those with complex medical conditions or limited support systems. Here are Some of the Key Values and Benefits of Geriatric Care Management: Comprehensive …
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Increased 2024 VA Aid and Attendance amounts for 1/1/2024
Aid And Attendance (A&A) Pension 2024 The increase for monthly/annually benefits is as following: Two Veterans/Spouses: $3649 per month $43,790 annually Married Veteran: $2727 per month $32,728 annually Single Veteran: $2300 per month and $27,608 annually Widow: $1478 per month and $17,742 annually We continue to have Family Training the first and third Wednesday of …
How to pay for care
Most people are surprised to learn that Medicare pays for only a limited amount of the daily care you are likely to need in your lifetime (about 14%). Medicare covers only services delivered by medically trained professionals. That means you need to have savings or insurance and rely on a collection of local programs. Or …
Finding the Right Retirement Community for Your Parents
Your parents have been retired for quite a few years and they say they are now ready to move to a retirement community. They’ve asked for your help because they’re overwhelmed with the choices available and aren’t sure what they can afford or what kind of community they want to live in. Now it’s time …
A Few Common Myths About Aging in Place
Aging in Place is a phrase used by many industries to describe our desire to stay in our homes as we age, to put off going to a nursing home or assisted living facility as long as possible. There are a few common myths among those who are considered middle-aged that need to be cleared …
Managing Money
A lot of older Americans wind up needing assistance with their financial assets, according to researchers. The skill needed to manage money is different from most daily functions because it relies on cognitive skills. “Most older adults want to live independently for as long as possible. The problem is, it’s hard to live independently if …
Dealing With Reduced Spending Power As A Senior
Economic recessions and recoveries affect retirement and savings accounts. Inflation increases daily living expenses. Whether or not frugal habits are in place, those who are aging and entering the elderly population experience reduced spending power – they have less to spend and must focus on needs first over wants. This can be …
Medical Tax Deductions
The deduction for qualified medical expenses has survived yet another round of tax reform. The IRS will allow a tax payer to deduct expenses that exceed 7.5% of their adjusted gross income for 2017 and 2018. Beginning in 2019, all taxpayers may deduct only the amount of the total unreimbursed allowable medical care expenses for …
Mistakes when Applying for Public Benefits
7 Biggest Mistakes when Applying for Public Benefits When you are applying for public benefits you may be eager to get started, downtrodden with the process or fearful of the results. As you move through the process of the application it is so important that you understand the 7 Biggest Mistakes most people make when …
Legal and Financial Affairs
Older people continue to be concerned about management of their assets and property. However, they may be unable to participate because of illness, confusion or loss of memory. It is important to involve them whenever possible. Compiling an Inventory Develop an inventory which lists all assets and liabilities of the older person. The following items …
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