Jill Schlesinger writes a brief and informative article for the Baltimore Sun, titled “People Over 65 at Risk for Scams,” and outlines signs how to protect yourself or a loved one against scams. Read the article here: People Over 65…
AARP Foundation Local Assistance Directory
The Local Assistance Directory is a national database of local service providers and programs in your community, for services in the categories of: –emergency –food –housing –goods –transit –health –money –care –education –work –legal Access the database HERE.
When the Power of Attorney Lacks Power
From the Wall Street Journal: “When the Power of Attorney Lacks Power: If a financial institution won’t accept the document, don’t take no for an answer.” Read more to find out how to protect your loved ones or yourself, HERE.…
Car Buyers: Beware This Sneaky Fee!
According to AARP, the glass etching on car windows could cost you money. Read on to find out how to protect yourself, HERE.
Six Key Steps of Advance Care Planning
“Six Key Steps of Advance Care Planning” was written by Charles P. Sabatino and published in the March-April 2015 issue of Bifocal, the journal of the American Bar Association Commission of Law and Aging. “Step 1: Ask yourself this question:…
13 Moves to Make You Healthier and Stronger
AARP has come up with a list of low impact strength training exercises that can help you in your daily activities, from vacuuming your home to playing with the grandkids. Read the list HERE.
Six Signs of Caregiver Burnout
Take a look at THIS helpful list from AARP, to see if you or a loved one is at risk.
Tips for Older Adults on Living Trusts
From the National Consumer Law Center: “Many older adults worry about what will happen to their property after they pass away. This process, often referred to as “estate planning,” can be very important but also very confusing. One of…
Top Ten Medicare Mistakes (and How to Avoid Them!)
Read about these common Medicare errors you might be making, and how to avoid them, in this helpful article from AARP.
Disaster Planning: 5 Things to Put in Your Financial Emergency Kit
2016 is still young, but already the nation has seen its share of floods, tornados, blizzards and other disasters. You rarely have much advance warning to prepare for most natural catastrophes, which is why it’s important to assemble a financial…
