What can I do to try and prevent Alzheimer’s disease?
Q: Both of my parents were diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease when they were in their eighties. Lately I have noticed trouble remembering the names of people, this was never a…
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When should I start collecting Social Security benefits?
Q: I am thinking about taking early retirement, my company is offering a generous buy out option. I am over 62 years of age, my understanding is I could apply…
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Menopause doesn’t mean skipping care
Q: My mother who is in her late sixties seems to believe since she has gone through menopause she no longer needs to see a gynecologist for annual exams. She…
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What to say when it’s time to talk about nursing homes
Q: I read your column regarding what to look for in choosing a nursing home which will be very helpful to me. My problem is I don’t know how to…
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Research is essential in choosing care facility
Q: My 94 year old mother lives out of state in her own home. Her trust has been paying for 24 hour care for over two years. Funds will only…
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Falls leading cause of injuries for elderly
Q: Several years ago I had a total knee replacement. I thought that would not only resolve severe pain but also put an end to several falls I had been…
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Should I fear being outside because of EEE, Lyme disease?
Q: I’ve had to give up a lot of the activities I used to enjoy because of arthritis. The one thing I look forward to is planting in my raised…
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Family role vital for transition to assisted living facility
Q: My elderly mother will be making the transition from her own home to a memory care unit in an assisted living facility within the next few months. This has…
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Check your Medicare plan each year
Q: Several years ago when my husband and I both retired we signed up for a Medicare plan several of our friends recommended. In the beginning neither of us took…
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What to do when things go missing in a nursing home
Q: My mother was recently placed in a long term care facility because her needs could no longer be met at home. The other day when I visited her she…
