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...

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...

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...

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 -...

Re-posting some initial information on veterans benefits summarized by "A Place for Mom"...more details to follow over next couple of blog posts... ********************************************************************* When it comes to paying for some living expenses, many older adults remain unaware of the options available....

The following guest blog was submitted by Devin Golden, a staff writer for Mesothelioma Guide... ****************************************************************** There are two types of mesothelioma: pleural, and peritoneal. The average age of pleural mesothelioma patients is 72. The average age for peritoneal mesothelioma...

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,...

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...

Social Security and disability benefits will rise by 1.3% next year, with the average monthly benefit increasing by $20 to $1,543 from $1523, according to the Social Security Administration. The increase accounts for the rise in inflation and is calculated...

We've all heard the phrase, "senior dementia". In some cases, this serves as a catch-all for elderly parents showcasing forgetfulness and/or memory lapses. However, the underlying cause may be a specific kind of dementia, which is generally...