Fraud on the Elderly Alert: Should You Trust That Trusted Advisor? When most people think about elder fraud, they imagine internet phishing swindles, telemarketing scams, and other rip-offs coordinated by invisible strangers likely hundreds of miles away. But more and more, seniors are being victimized much closer to home, often at the hands of financial … Continue reading “Elder Fraud | Part Two: Should You Trust That Trusted Advisor?”
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Pets alleviate depression, loneliness, and social isolation in seniors while encouraging more physical activity
Pets alleviate depression, loneliness, and social isolation in seniors while encouraging more physical activity If seniors were asked to list the most important problems that they face, loneliness and social isolation would probably be at the top. Some older adults, however, are overcoming these challenges by taking care of pets. Studies have shown that pets—whether … Continue reading “Pets alleviate depression, loneliness, and social isolation in seniors while encouraging more physical activity”
Medicare-for-All, What Is It?
Breaking Down Medicare-For-All If some politicians and health care reform advocates have their way, Medicare, a federal health insurance program for older adults, would expand to cover people of all ages. The proposed “Medicare-for-All” plan would be run by the federal government and pay health care providers at a set rate for services. The new … Continue reading “Medicare-for-All, What Is It?”
Prospect Dim for Medicare Prescription Drug Bill, as White House Calls Democrats Proposal Unworkable
Trump Administration Says Democrats Proposal Unworkable Dimming Hopes For A Medicare Prescription Drug Bill The White House won’t support Nancy Pelosi’s plan to lower prescription drug prices for seniors, dimming hopes that the bill could become law this year. What Pelosi’s Prescription Drug Plan Would Do The legislation, which is expected to come up for … Continue reading “Prospect Dim for Medicare Prescription Drug Bill, as White House Calls Democrats Proposal Unworkable”
Affordable Care Act (ACA) also known as ObamaCare is again under attack!
Affordable Care Act (ACA) also known as ObamaCare is again under attack! The Affordable Care Act (ACA) hangs in the balance after a federal district court judge ruled last year that the health care reform legislation was unconstitutional. Now, the judge’s ruling is on appeal to a panel of three judges from the U.S. Court … Continue reading “Affordable Care Act (ACA) also known as ObamaCare is again under attack!”
Medical Costs Medicare Won’t Cover
Medical Costs Medicare Won’t Cover There’s no doubt many seniors would face bankruptcy without Medicare, the federal health insurance program for those aged 65 and older. But while Medicare is a godsend, especially for those facing catastrophic or chronic illness, the program doesn’t cover all of the medical care many Americans will need as they … Continue reading “Medical Costs Medicare Won’t Cover”
Flu Season | Vaccines For The Elderly
Flu Season | Vaccines For The Elderly Some older adults may have to wait until later in the fall to get a flu shot because of a delay in manufacturing a vaccine designed for seniors. The Medical Daily reports various reasons for the delay of the Fluzone High-Dose vaccine and the standard flu vaccines for … Continue reading “Flu Season | Vaccines For The Elderly”
Elder Fraud: What You Need to Know to Protect an Aging Loved One
Elder Fraud: What You Need to Know to Protect an Aging Loved One Elderly people are a favorite target of swindlers and con artists of every kind. According to the National Council on Aging (NCOA), fraud against seniors has become so prevalent, it’s now considered “the crime of the 21st century.” It’s estimated that more … Continue reading “Elder Fraud: What You Need to Know to Protect an Aging Loved One”
Higher Prescription Drug Costs To Hit Already Struggling Seniors
Higher Prescription Drug Costs To Hit Already Struggling Seniors Millions of seniors struggling to pay for pricey prescription drugs could find themselves paying even more next year. Elderly Prescription Drug Costs Rising Faster than Inflation According to a new analysis from AARP, prices for prescription drugs commonly used by elderly Americans increased faster than inflation … Continue reading “Higher Prescription Drug Costs To Hit Already Struggling Seniors”
Medications Masquerading As Dementia
Medications Masquerading As Dementia It’s common to hear older adults playfully say, “I’m having a senior moment,” when they forget something. However, when the “senior moments” start increasing, older adults begin to worry about whether they are developing dementia or Alzheimer’s. Forgetfulness is a natural part of aging but this does not mean that an … Continue reading “Medications Masquerading As Dementia”