Dec
21
2020
Families and caregivers should familiarize themselves with ALL elder medications. Knowing the purpose of each drug can help you to understand and be alert to dosage, schedule, and medical need. Does it address blood pressure, or anxiety? Is it...
Dec
08
2020
How do veterans or eligible surviving spouses apply for the Aid and Attendance pension?
Generally, applications are processed via the mail. Documents include the VA Aid and Attendance form, VA Form 21-2680. There is also an examination...
Dec
01
2020
For eligible veterans who have been disabled while in service, there are levels of monthly financial compensation potentially available. See VA Disability Compensation.
Similarly, the Aid & Attendance pension may also provide some additional financial assistance to...
Nov
23
2020
How much is the financial benefit for veterans qualified to receive the VA Aid and Attendance pension?
The current maximum monthly VA Aid and Attendance amounts set in 2019 are:
- Single veteran: $1,911
- Veteran & Spouse: $2,266
-...
Nov
17
2020
Re-posting some initial information on veterans benefits summarized by "A Place for Mom"...more details to follow over next couple of blog posts...
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When it comes to paying for some living expenses, many older adults remain unaware of the options available....
Nov
03
2020
The following guest blog was submitted by Devin Golden, a staff writer for Mesothelioma Guide...
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There are two types of mesothelioma: pleural, and peritoneal. The average age of pleural mesothelioma patients is 72. The average age for peritoneal mesothelioma...
Oct
27
2020
How to treat dementia? There is not an easy answer for a progressive disease. First, a proper diagnosis is needed. That, in itself, may be difficult. Secondly, treatment for dementia behaviors may include a combination of therapies,...
Oct
19
2020
Diagnosing and treating dementia in our elderly parents can be difficult. There are certain communication skills, or methods of approaching and speaking with an senior, which assist in connecting with elderly. But everyone is different, so there...
