This month is National Family Caregivers Month and what better time to recognize all of those who give so much of their time to help family members who are no longer able to care for themselves [...]
Dying can be an expensive proposition these days. A traditional funeral service and burial can run upwards of $10,000 when all of the funeral and cemetery fees are taken into account. [...]
Today is National Senior Citizen Day! Ronald Regan established this day 25 years ago as a time to recognize the contributions and achievements older adults have made throughout their lives. He [...]
While it may not be the cheeriest topic for a new year’s article, disposition of remains after a person passes away is something that will affect everyone at some time and there are specific laws [...]
According to Department of Veterans Affairs census estimates, there are approximately 13 million veterans and their single surviving spouses age 65 and older. Comparing this to a total of 41 [...]
In 2008, Congress proclaimed the third week in October as National Estate Planning Awareness Week. According to a WealthCounsel survey, nearly 70% of the respondents indicated that Americans fail [...]
According to www.thefamilycaregiver.org, more than 65 million Americans provide care for an ill, disabled or aged family member or friend. They spend more than 20 hours per week dedicating [...]
The unexpected death of pop star, Whitney Houston, was a shock to many people. She was legend to those who have listened and loved her music for decades. During this sad time, it is a reminder [...]
Remember when your parents were lecturing you on the rules for taking the car for a spin? Dad would put his face in front of yours and say, “Are you listening?” Of course you would say “sure” [...]