Q: My mother has been in and out of hospitals for the past two years. She used her 100 days in a skilled nursing facility and now my father is paying the bill. She went back into the hospital for four days. I thought that if you were hospitalized and returned to a skilled nursing [...]
In preparation for the Ladin Subaru 23rd annual Love Run on Sun., June 5 in Westlake Village, Senior Concerns is seeking volunteer groups from employers, service groups, nonprofits and faith-based organizations to work in a variety of race-day roles. Volunteer groups can assist with race-day check-in and packet pickup, work as course monitors, staff water [...]
Q: My parents are getting on in age and will eventually need my assistance. I have no idea where to start planning. Can you suggest some starting points? A: Many people avoid dealing with this subject until a crisis arises. You are to be congratulated for wanting to be prepared. There are four main areas [...]
Would you like to have fun while supporting an amazing cause? Are you looking for a way to give back to the community? Here is a great opportunity to make the difference in the lives of our elder friends and neighbors! In preparation for the Ladin Subaru 23rd Annual Love Run on Sunday, June 5, [...]
Q: Every day I seem to have a mailbox full of invitations to free seminars on living trusts and financial planning. I'm not really sure I need to be concerned with such topics, but if I do, would these seminars provide me with the information I need? A: This is an excellent question and one [...]
Q: I am a low-income senior and have heard friends talk about assistance they are receiving from various programs. Do you know where I could obtain information about some of these programs? A: You have asked a question that might be of interest to many low-income seniors, so mark your calendar for Feb. 22. Senior [...]
Q: My dad has always handled the finances and paperwork for the household. My mother has said she didn't want the responsibility, but I am concerned about what will occur if something happens to my dad and he could no longer do it. Any suggestions as to how to get my mother involved? A: It [...]
Q: I am trying to help my parents manage their prescription drugs. They each take several as well as over-the-counter items and vitamins. Do you have any suggestions? A: Managing multiple medicines is never an easy job and when you are helping with medications for several people the job becomes many times more difficult. Three [...]
QUESTION: At the start of each year I get confused about the Medicare Part B deductible. I have several doctors and never know which one I should pay. Can you provide a simple explanation? ANSWER: The key to understanding the puzzle can be found in your Medicare Summary Notice (MSN). The Medicare Part B deductible [...]
QUESTION: The past two months have been very busy with holiday celebrations and many educational and entertaining presentations, expos and seminars. January, by contrast, is usually a rather quiet month. Do you know of any activities scheduled for next month? ANSWER: From what has crossed my desk in the past few weeks it looks like [...]
