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May 15, 2025 — It sure seems like a lot more things require us to enter our phone numbersâordering a pizza, making a doctorâs appointment, or even signing up for a yoga class. So itâs not surprising when our phone numbers end up being used in fraudulent schemes. If youâve noticed an increase in strange text messages claiming youâve... Read More
April 16, 2025 — Older adults are prime targets for financial fraud. According to the FBI Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3), roughly $3.4 billion in total fraud losses were reported by Americans over age 60 in 2023, up 11% from 2022. The average loss per case was nearly $34,000. Scammers often prey on older adults due to their accumulated... Read More
April 2, 2025 — As our loved ones age, they deserve respect, dignity, and care. Unfortunately, elder abuse is a serious and often hidden issue affecting millions of older adults. Shockingly, 1 in 10 adults over age 60 experience some form of abuse, neglect, or financial exploitation. This mistreatment can happen anywhereâat home, in a family member’s residence, in... Read More
March 17, 2025 — In todayâs digital age, our lives are increasingly intertwined with online content, subscriptions, and memberships. From cherished family photos stored in the cloud to active social media accounts and streaming subscriptions, digital assets are valuable and require thoughtful planning. This is a personal planning question previous generations didnât have to worry about: What will happen... Read More
July 2, 2024 — Being a family caregiver is a noble and challenging role, often filled with love, dedication, and, unfortunately, legal complexities. People considering becoming a caregiver should know the legal implications. Here are 10 essential tips to help you avoid potential legal problems and understand when to seek professional assistance. Understand the healthcare power of attorney (POA)... Read More
March 4, 2024 — As we journey through the various stages of life, our needs, concerns, and health considerations evolve. Aging can bring about unique challenges and require specialized care and support. However, most donât know about these professionals until we need to interact with them. In the spirit of Sesame Streetâs âThe People in Your Neighborhoodâ segment, we... Read More
October 17, 2022 — Making your own healthcare decisions can be tough. Making healthcare decisions for someone you care about â especially at the end of life â can be overwhelming. Even if an advance directive, such as a living will, explains your loved oneâs wishes, it probably wonât cover all possible medical treatments. So, how can you advocate... Read More
October 2, 2021 — Judyâs phone rang early one morning. âGrandma?â the caller said. âThis is your grandson.â âWell hello, Morgan! Itâs good to hear from you,â said Judy. It had been a long time since her college-age grandson had called her. âGrandma,â said Morgan, âI need your help. Iâm in the hospital in Mexico with COVID and I... Read More
June 5, 2020 — When a senior is living with Alzheimerâs disease or a related disorder, family members often worry about their loved oneâs safety. Will Dad go to bed, forgetting the tea kettle is boiling on the stove? Will Mom get lost? Will Uncle Chuck keep trying to drive, even though heâs not safe behind the wheel? Their... Read More
October 6, 2019 — Social Security is the major source of post-retirement income for most older adults, so if a senior receives a call from the Social Security Administration (SSA), they are likely to pick up the phone and listen! But the SSA is warning seniors that these days, con artists have been impersonating SSA officials to steal the... Read More