In the past, the philosophy in dealing with the elderly diagnosed with cancer may have been to let nature take its course. A senior in their 70's or 80's, diagnosed with a slow growing tumor, may have been deemed...

For 2026, the standard Medicare Part B premium is $202.90 per month, up from $185 in 2025. The annual Part B deductible is $283, up from $257 in 2025. Some higher-income beneficiaries pay an additional surcharge on top of...

VA Pension Provides Financial Assistance The Veteran Administration provides financial assistance for qualifying veterans (or surviving spouses) through the Aid and Attendance pension benefit. It is intended for those requiring help with routine tasks, or two or more “activities...

The financial formula utilized by the VA can be somewhat confusing.  In simplest terms, we need to define household income.  (What is coming into the bank account on a monthly basis?) Next, we tally privately paid health/medical expenses,...

How to Determine Eligibility The application process and paperwork required to submit an application for Aid & Attendance eligibility is relatively simple.  However, there is no real instruction manual.  I have helped numerous parties complete and submit documents to the...

What should families remember about Sundowning? Simply understanding what you are witnessing with your elderly parents is a first, important step. Here are summary tips to remember: -- Sundowning is a group of symptoms that may occur later in the...

Sundowning is a group of symptoms that may occur later in the day in seniors with dementia. Some of the many contributing factors may include: -- Hunger or dehydration -- Overstimulation from noise or busy environments -- Boredom or lack of...

Elders with dementia frequently exhibit signs of Sundowning. But, what are the signs and symptoms to look for? Here are some of the most common signs of Sundowning. Be on the look-out for: -- Increased confusion or disorientation -- Anxiety...

There are two main types of stroke. Both are medical emergencies requiring immediate attention. 1.) The most common is ischemic stroke, which accounts for about 87% of all strokes. It happens when a blood clot blocks or narrows an artery...

Every 40 seconds, someone in the United States has a stroke. Every 3 minutes and 30 seconds, one of them dies from it. There’s no better time to learn how to spot the warning signs of stroke, especially if...