Will Robotics and AI Be the Future of Elder Care?
Innovations in robotics and artificial intelligence may have the potential to provide support on this front, allowing seniors to continue living at home as they age.
VT Law Now Permits Nonresidents to Access Assisted Suicide
Vermont has become the first state in the U.S. to update its end-of-life choice law to make it legal for nonresidents to pursue medically assisted suicide.
Is "Aging in Place" Right for Me?
For those who wish to maintain their independence and continue living at home as they grow older, taking certain steps to protect their physical, mental, and financial welfare is essential.
Which Should I Choose? Nursing Home Care vs. Hospice Care
End-of-life care decisions are never easy, but many Medicare recipients are being forced to choose between nursing home or hospice care, although neither by themselves may be ideal for a patient nearing the end of life.
Should I Explore Qualified Longevity Annuity Contracts?
A QLAC is an annuity that you purchase with funds from an IRA, 401(k), or 403(b) account and that guarantees you will receive retirement income on a set schedule.
Why You Should Designate Beneficiaries
A crucial, yet often overlooked, component of estate planning is reviewing assets, such as 401(k)s, pensions, and savings accounts, and ensuring you have listed a beneficiary for each of these.
Do You Need a Trust?: Estate Planning Q&A
Trusts are legal arrangements used in estate planning, alongside wills and advance directives.
Study: Certain Social Risks May Cause Early Death in Seniors
Using survey data from more than 8,000 adults aged 65 and older, researchers have identified eight social factors that may lead to early death in older adults.
What Is Hospice Care at Home?
Hospice care is a type of health care that patients with terminally ill conditions rely on at the end of their lives.
What Does Having Power of Attorney With Dual Agents Mean?
Many power of attorney forms allow for a variety of options in designating who may act as your agent. Depending on the rules of your state, this can be one person or more than one person.