One of the most difficult aspects of aging is the impact on a living situation. For most people, aging in place is not possible. That could be due to the sheer amount of medical support needed, the availability of family caregivers, or the cost of providing care in a...
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Physical activity can help to slow cognitive decline
We recently told readers about a study that found social isolation to increase the rate of cognitive decline in older subjects. Today we are reporting on another study, this time on the impact of physical activity on the onset of dementia. Not surprisingly, the...
Study shows importance of socialization in slowing cognitive decline
Our older clients as well as clients concerned about aging loved ones will be interested in the results of the Harvard Aging Brain Study, a four-year look at cognitive decline in 260 people ages 62 to 89. The study’s senior author concluded that “social...
By the numbers: The cost of care for an aging loved one
Preparing for an aging loved one’s long-term care can challenge even the best of us. There are myriad factors to consider, including those of the mind and of the heart.But it should come as no surprise that finances are a significant stressor within this puzzle....
Do you suspect elder abuse of a loved one in Colorado?
At & , LLC, our attorneys are dedicated to quality of life, safety and dignity for our respected and beloved elders. As part of our practice, we represent family members, caregivers, guardians, conservators...
Making an informed choice of a nursing home for your loved one
Watching a loved one age can be so difficult when they reach a point where their physical disability, cognitive impairment or frailty make independent living unsafe or when the extent of these problems make care at home or with a relative impossible. At that point,...
Stimulus checks and Medicaid eligibility: What you need to know
Many Americans are eagerly awaiting their stimulus check. Approved by the federal government as a response to the ongoing pandemic, these one-time payments are meant to help individuals and families support themselves during this time of uncertainty.But what if you...
Longstanding life insurance policies should be reviewed
Life insurance is quite popular in the United States. According to the Insurance Information Institute, an estimated six in every 10 people in the country are covered by some type of life insurance policy. Some individuals have held their policy for years, even...
How to support aging loved ones experiencing depression
Age does not shield someone from mental illness. According to a report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, one in five adults over the age of 55 experiences a mental health condition. While this can include an array of different ailments, one of the...
What is a Medicare Set-Aside Account?
Anyone that has been involved in a personal injury or workers’ compensation settlement may have heard the term “Medicare Set-Aside Account.” These accounts, often referred to as MSAs, are one of the many seemingly arcane practices associated with...