On May 11, 2023, the Covid Public Health Emergency (PHE) was formally ended by the federal government. The conclusion of the PHE also ended a requirement of the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) that kept people continuously enrolled in…
AARP estimates that three out of four Americans over the age of 50 are planning on aging in place. These seniors are willing to employ alternative solutions to make it happen. The alternatives include home sharing (32%), modifying their home…
The future of long-term care in the United States is expected to undergo significant changes, presenting numerous challenges. A multi-faceted approach that includes policy changes, investment in the health care workforce, technology advancements, and a shift toward person-centered and community-based…
Many applications of technology are available today to help seniors live healthier, safer, and more enjoyable lives. While the younger generations may think older Americans are technology dinosaurs, they are becoming more digitally connected than ever before. Seniors participating in…
In order to prevent fraudsters from ruining the financial stability of older adults, there need to be more tools available to prevent them from getting around existing laws. In earlier decades, fraud schemes by snail mail and phone scams were…
Understanding the many veteran benefits programs offered by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is essential for anyone who is a veteran or caring for one. Often, financial support is available to veterans, their spouses, and survivors. Even if you've…
Among aging Americans, continuing care retirement communities (CCRCs) or life plan communities are becoming increasingly popular. These senior living communities offer the array of care options necessary for aging adults to move through the stages of independent, assisted living, memory…
The Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE) Act was passed by Congress in 2014. This created tax-advantaged accounts for people with disabilities. Funds can grow tax-free if used for qualifying expenses. Before the ABLE Act, if a person with disabilities…
Roberto, your seven-year-old nephew, needs your help managing his Social Security benefits. In the Social Security system, you’ll be called Roberto’s “representative payee.” The situation is similar if you’re appointed to help your elderly father, who has dementia, manage his…
The American Association for Retired Persons (AARP) estimates that 10,000 baby boomers turn 65 every single day. The deluge of aging Americans and the increase in longevity in the already 65-plus population are the main reasons why the Social Security…