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Here's a Novel Thought - How About Thanking the Caregiver Rather Than Criticizing
The vast majority of caregivers put there own lives on hold to assist loved ones without asking for, or receiving a simple thank you.
It inevitably happens that those folks who offer the most advice and criticism to the caregiver are those they don't raise a hand to help out.
To all the family members who sit idly by and do nothing to help there elderly parents when they reach the golden years: Either help out, or keep your opinion to yourself! ">Continued
Why Wait to Get Your Affairs in Order
We all know that we are going to die someday. Why is it that nearly everyone over the age of 60 never bothers getting their affairs in order so their loved ones are not burdened with it when they die or become incapable of doing it themselves.
What Are Video Wills
Video wills are where the person states and reads aloud his will before a video camera. One benefit of a video taped will is that it can help avoid a will being contested, by displaying the person was competent and followed the proper signing formalities. However, many states do not recognize a video will, as a substitute for a written will. In specific circumstances, the person has to prepare both types of will.
Depression Rates Higher For Caregivers
A conservative estimate reports that 20% of family caregivers suffer from depression, twice the rate of the general population.
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Financial Toll of Being a Caregiver
Caregivers, on average, spend more than $5,500 per year in out-of-pocket expenses. Out-of-pocket expenses for Long-distance caregivers can exceed more than $8,700 per year for incidentals such as transportation, food and supplies. ">Continued
What Does an Executor Do?
If you have been chosen to be the executor of someone's estate, you have been given a great compliment and an immense responsibility. You have been entrusted with the precious duty of seeing to it that what remains after someone passes is distributed exactly as that person wished. Testamentary Trust, and Totten Trust. ">Continued
What's the Difference between Medicare and Medicaid
Because of their similar names, Medicare and Medicaid are often confused with one another. However, the two programs are actually quite different. While both are government-sponsored programs designed to cover health care costs, each program applies to different groups of people and has different eligibility requirements. It is important to be aware of these differences so that you can know what benefits are available to you and your loved ones. ">Continued
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