How to Avoid Probate
No one enjoys thinking about their own death. A little advanced planning can help to avoid the difficulties of probate and ensure that your family is well cared for, even after you are gone. Click on the link below to…
New Laws For 2026
January 1st always results in new laws. The good news is that it does not need to be complicated or confusing to figure out how it applies to your individual situation. Join us to learn what these changes may mean for…
2.8 Percent COLA Increase for 2026 Social Security Benefits
On October 24, 2025, the Social Security Administration (SSA) announced that Social Security beneficiaries will receive a 2.8 percent cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) in 2026. This raise will apply to Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and Social Security recipients, a group that includes retirees,…
How Medicare Changes in 2026 Will Affect Older Adults
Medicare is rolling out several important changes in 2026 that are intended to lower prescription drug costs, strengthen consumer protections, and test new ways of managing care. If you’re enrolled in Medicare, or will be soon, here’s what you need…
Overcoming Challenges in Guardianship Cases for Older Adults
When an older adult with dementia or another cognitive disability can no longer make important decisions for themselves, such as how to manage their money or what kind of care they need, a trusted person may have to step in…
Getting Help For a Parent With Memory Loss
When an aging parent shows signs of memory loss, confusion, or cognitive decline, getting them to seek help can be a challenge. Delays in obtaining a diagnosis of dementia are common, with Sci Tech Daily reporting that it takes an average of…
Private Equity and Nursing Homes: What Families Need to Know
In recent years, private equity (PE) firms have been buying more nursing homes and companies that own nursing homes. What seems at first like a simple shift in ownership can have significant consequences for residents, staff, and families trying to…
Recent Changes at the Social Security Administration
In the past several months, the Social Security Administration (SSA) has made several changes that are impacting beneficiary experiences. Chatbots Earlier this year, SSA began using an AI-based Chatbot for its national 1-800 phone system. This means that immediately upon…
Life After Caregiving: What Family Caregivers Can Do to Heal
Caring for a family member who is unable to fully care for themselves can offer a sense of purpose and meaning. However, it can be an all-consuming responsibility. For one, many family caregivers sacrifice their careers to care for a…
How to Communicate with Someone Living with Dementia
When caring for a loved one with memory loss, one of the greatest challenges you’ll face is communication. As dementia progresses, the ability to connect through language often changes. Speech language pathologist Adria Thompson, M.A., CCC-SLP, reminds us that “communication…