Monthly archives:February 2016
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9 years ago
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Researchers in Australia have been experimenting with a non-invasive ultrasound technology that is showing great promise in the treatment of Alzheimer’s disease.
It has been estimated that Alzheimer’s affects 50 million people worldwide, and those numbers are expected to rise dramatically in t... [read more]
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9 years ago
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No one likes to think about the possibility of their own disability or the disability of a loved one. However, as the statistics below demonstrate, we should all plan for at least a temporary disability. This issue of The ElderCounselorTM examines the eye-opening statistics surrounding disability an... [read more]
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9 years ago
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Happy milestone birthday, Baby! 2016 is the year the first baby boomers will reach age 70. It is also the year for some critical decisions that will affect your retirement years. Here are some deadlines you won’t want to miss.
Sign up for Social Security. If you have delayed taking Social Securit... [read more]
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9 years ago
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January 30, 2016
• It’s EZ to make a Will! NOT! Recent FL case held court can’t help you if you botched your will and left out residue, even if the court could surmise your intent. In that case, an “EZ Legal Form” proved to be too tough for the consumer, and the court could not accept a defective W... [read more]
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9 years ago
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Long-term care, whether provided at home or in a nursing home, is a major financial risk in our senior years. Yet few people buy long-term care insurance. Of those who do, one-third with long-term care insurance at age 65 will let their policies lapse, forfeiting benefits they will likely soon need ... [read more]
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