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1 week ago
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You don’t have to be actively using health care services to claim the deduction. It is available from day one, even if you don’t need health care immediately upon moving in.
The percentage of CCRC fees considered deductible can change from year to year, depending on the CCRC’s costs. Differen... [read more]
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2 weeks ago
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Takeaways
Guardianships may be necessary to protect individuals with cognitive impairments, but they can also limit personal freedom and autonomy.
Wendy Williams’ guardianship case highlights the importance of legal representation and proactive estate planning.
Dementia is on the rise and... [read more]
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3 weeks ago
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Spring is definitely here again in Orange Park and the greater Jacksonville area, and in addition to enjoying the warmer weather, the azaleas blooming, sunshine, and longer days, many of us are also Spring cleaning and thinking about changes in our lives, as well as the seasons.
This season of ch... [read more]
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1 month ago
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As the population ages, the number of people affected by Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia continues to rise. In turn, families increasingly find themselves providing unpaid care to loved ones with cognitive impairments. This caregiving role, though essential, comes with hidden persona... [read more]
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1 month ago
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Takeaways
Updates to Medicare coverage in 2025 include higher costs for Parts A and B, a new option to pay for Part D prescription drugs on a monthly basis, and a cap on out-of-pocket costs for prescription drugs. In addition, Medicare coverage of some telehealth services will continue through ... [read more]
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2 months ago
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Takeaways
Legislation signed in January 2025 seeks to secure better access to home- and community-based care for military veterans.
The bipartisan Dole Act also focuses on coordinating assistance for family caregivers of veterans.
On January 2, 2025, President Biden signed into law the Se... [read more]
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2 months ago
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For millions of seniors nationwide, Medicaid provides a safety net for people who find themselves requiring long-term care. Most Americans aged 65 and older – roughly 70 percent – will need these kinds of services in their later years, according to research. Meanwhile, the cost of long-term care has... [read more]
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3 months ago
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Despite challenges and uncertainties, a new year brings with it the promise of new opportunities. There's something wonderful about the start of a new calendar year, the idea of a fresh start, and the hope for the happy times it can offer us, our families, and loved ones. New opportunities, resoluti... [read more]
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4 months ago
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The Social Security Administration (SSA) has officially released its annual cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) figures for 2025. These newly issued numbers will have an impact on monthly Social Security benefits payouts for retirees, as well as recipients of Social Security disability benefits and sur... [read more]
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5 months ago
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Hoarding disorder disproportionately affects older adults, according to the United States Senate Special Committee on Aging. While about 2 percent of the general population struggles with accumulating too many objects, hoarding impacts over 6 percent of people aged 65 and older.
The proportio... [read more]
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6 months ago
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This October many of us in the greater Jacksonville area are feeling both relieved and fatigued from being on high alert with back-to-back hurricanes affecting Florida, and as we prepare for Halloween and the holiday season, we're reminded of how uncertain life can be.
During this wonderul fall s... [read more]
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7 months ago
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A free and secure online account can be used to manage Social Security benefits. Account users can also check application status, request a replacement Social Security card, and view notices online. By 2022, more than 64 million people had a my Social Security account, per the Social Security Admini... [read more]
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