Takeaways Guardianship becomes necessary when an older adult cannot make decisions and lacks a valid power of attorney. The guardianship process can be complicated by

Takeaways Medicare open enrollment periods are a target for scammers who use deceptive tactics to steal personal information or enroll beneficiaries in unauthorized plans. Protect

Many people mistake dementia symptoms for normal aging. However, memory problems and marked cognitive decline are not considered a normal part of aging and should be assessed by a medical professional.

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A significant number of adult children are currently or expect to provide financial support to their aging parents, often leading to financial strain and debt for the adult children despite their strong sense of responsibility.
Open and early communication between older…

According to a new report published by AARP and the National Alliance for Caregiving, nearly a quarter of family caregivers in the U.S. are 65 or older. Fifteen percent of them are caring for a spouse or partner.

People born in 1960 who are turning 65 in 2025 are not yet eligible for full retirement benefits. They must wait until 2027, when they turn 67, to claim their full monthly benefit.

A recent survey of American adults aged 50 to 94 finds that many seniors are unprepared for the financial and logistical aspects of long-term care, with widespread misconceptions about coverage options.

If you or a loved one are receiving Social Security benefits, be careful of downloading email attachments. You could receive a dangerous email from hackers pretending to be the Social Security Administration (SSA), and the email looks convincing.