7 Health Issues to Watch for after 50
As we age, our bodies wear down. Here is how to cut costs associated with some common ailments.
Ethan Huizenga
April 7, 2021
President Biden’s Tax Plan & Your Life Settlement
The Trump administration is now a part of American history. And though many may not agree with everything the former administration brought forth, one thing is certain: Life settlements and life policy owners benefited greatly.
Ethan Huizenga
April 2, 2021
Healthcare Costs in Retirement
There is a simple and unsettling reality in the United States. Many Americans don’t feel financially prepared for health care costs in retirement.
Ethan Huizenga
March 18, 2021
What is Medicaid Estate Recovery?
If you’re helping an aging parent navigate Medicaid because they don’t have long-term care insurance or you think you’ll need it yourself someday, it’s important to understand how the program works.
Ethan Huizenga
March 16, 2021
Elder Abuse Increases with Social Isolation
The unprecedented quarantines to protect against the spread of the novel coronavirus have made many seniors more vulnerable to financial exploitation.
Ethan Huizenga
March 12, 2021
Older Adults Protective Services Act of PA
Right now, Pennsylvania doesn’t have a uniform background check process for people who work with older adults — but that could be changing.
Ethan Huizenga
March 9, 2021
6 Latest Treatments for Alzheimer’s Disease
Treatment for Alzheimer’s disease, the devastating condition that affects more than five million Americans, has remained notoriously elusive for decades. Now, a small study released by drug company Eli Lilly offers at least a flicker of hope: It shows that the experimental drug donanemab may significantly slow patients’ cognitive decline.
Ethan Huizenga
March 5, 2021
When do I become a Senior Citizen?
There is no clearly defined age when you become a senior citizen. Some people might consider themselves seniors when they retire from the workplace, sign up for Social Security or begin to spend their retirement savings, but others aren’t ready to call themselves a senior citizen yet.
Ethan Huizenga
March 3, 2021
Should I worry about Medicaid estate recovery?
Medicare is designed to help pay for healthcare costs for seniors once they turn 65. While it covers a number of healthcare expenses, it doesn’t apply to costs associated with long-term care in a nursing home.
Ethan Huizenga
March 1, 2021
When Does a Power of Attorney Fail?
Every estate plan should have a power of attorney, in which you give one or more people authority to act as agents on your behalf when you aren’t able to.
Ethan Huizenga
February 26, 2021
