Seniors & Caregiving

Creating a Digital Estate Plan

Creating a Digital Estate Plan

Essentials of Digital Estate Planning In the past, estate planning involved allocating financial and physical assets and ensuring your burial and memorial wishes were laid out for your loved ones. Today, there’s an additional aspect to consider – digital assets. Banking, social media accounts, shopping accounts, and personal domains must be handled appropriately. To help your loved ones ensure your digital assets are protected, you need to create a digital estate plan. Disclosure: This post may contain affiliate links,…

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End of Life Discussions Easier with Help from Medicare

End of Life Discussions Easier with Help from Medicare

Talking with loved ones about their wishes, such as DNR or other end of life measures, is an emotional, difficult conversation. Doctors and other health care providers often find themselves in the middle of parents and their children trying to negotiate a truce. Thanks to an agreement that started in 2016, healthcare providers who accept Medicare are allowed to bill for this type of service. Docs Say This is a Good Thing During the first year, nearly 575,000 Medicare…

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Perks of Getting Older

Perks of Getting Older

With every birthday, it can feel like we’re further away from our youth. On some level, that’s true, but it doesn’t have to be a bad thing. Sure, there’s more candles on the birthday cake and a few more wrinkles when you look in the mirror. But guess what? You’ve got access to perks and benefits the younger you never would. And I’m not talking wisdom – though that’s nice too. I’m talking about tangible perks that save you…

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How to Avoid Phone Scam Conning Veterans Out of Money

How to Avoid Phone Scam Conning Veterans Out of Money

Phone scammers have been around almost as long as the telephone itself. Modern technology such as robo-dialers, spoofing devices and VOIP calling have only made it easier for scam artists to look like a legitimate caller when they’re actually out for your hard-earned money. One of the latest scams is taking advantage of our nation’s veterans. With Memorial Day just around the corner, it’s even more upsetting that anyone would set up a scam targeting those who’ve served our…

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Pet Services and Supplies Come to You

Pet Services and Supplies Come to You

Discover the Convenience of Mobile Pet Services and Supplies Many seniors find great comfort in their pets. They provide companionship and entertainment, and in some cases, they also offer opportunities for exercise and socialization. Sadly, some seniors feel they must give up their beloved pets because they cannot get them to the vet or groomer or obtain the necessary supplies. Thankfully, there are mobile pet services and supplies to help! They're not just for seniors—busy homeowners with pet families…

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