Jan
13
2025
In an effort to bring some relief to seniors on high-priced medications — especially those who might hit the new $2,000 limit in the first few months of the year — Part D enrollees will have the option to...
Jan
06
2025
A change that will make many seniors happy...the coverage gap — or “donut hole” — will finally close!
The original Medicare Part D benefit had a coverage gap (also called the "donut hole") where enrollees were responsible for 100 percent...
Dec
30
2024
Big changes are coming to Medicare’s prescription drug coverage (known as Part D) in 2025. This could impact how you pay for your medications — and how much you pay.
Here’s what you need to know as we head...
Dec
24
2024
What costs are associated with home care?
Just like with any market, in-home care prices depend on supply and demand. Costs for home care can vary greatly based on your location, the home care agency, staff salaries, and more. Home...
Dec
16
2024
According to recent surveys, 76% of senior caregivers said they were not fully prepared to perform all of their caregiving duties.
Learning about the common duties of a caregiver beforehand can help. While your senior caregiving duties may vary each...
Dec
09
2024
Most family caregivers are not prepared to take on the challenges of caring for elderly parents or a family elder.
Understanding the most common senior caregiver duties can help you prepare. Below find our continuing tips on elder...
Dec
02
2024
Caregiver duties depend on the health and needs of the senior needing care. The first thing to do is determine the elder's needs, as well as your caregiver abilities.
Some of the most common caregiver duties include physical care,...
Nov
25
2024
A caregiver is someone who cares for the health and well-being of a person who needs help with daily tasks and activities. Your aging parents may need a caregiver due to an injury, an illness, limited mobility, memory issues,...
Nov
18
2024
The standard monthly premium for Medicare Part B — the part of Medicare that covers doctor’s visits, routine cancer screenings, home health care and other outpatient services — will be $185 for 2025. The announcement was made by...
Nov
11
2024
November is National Family Caregivers Month. We want to acknowledge ALL the dedicated family, and private-duty caregivers for their involvement in the lives of community elders. Here are some additional issues to think/plan for as we age...