Elder Fraud is on the Rise

The FBI’s Elder Fraud Report is a comprehensive document that examines the current scams targeting older Americans who are considered more vulnerable and less tech-savvy.The 22-page document lists all the different types of scams and details scam victims by age group...

Credit for Caring Act – Caregivers Need Help

A recent AARP survey shows that 75% of those aged 50 and over would like to stay in their current homes for as long as possible. Of those who wish to stay in their current residence, 34% realize adjustments must be physically made to their home to accommodate needs as...

Communicating Your Loved One’s Pain to the Doctor

Talking to the doctor about your pain and discomfort can be hard. It’s difficult to describe, and rating it on a ten-point scale often doesn’t feel like enough. It should be no surprise, then, that it is even more challenging to describe the pain of others to a...

Caregiving Cost Report — How Much Are Caregivers Spending?

AARP recently released a report on the financial impact of caregiving, highlighting the need for extra support for family caregivers. According to the report, 78% of caregivers have out-of-pocket expenses related to their caregiving, with an average cost of $7,242....

Arkansas Launches Caregiver Respite Program

In a commendable move, Arkansas has launched a new program to aid caregivers of those living with dementia. In Arkansas alone, there are 93,000 people caring for loved ones with dementia. This new program acknowledges the fact that caregiving is expensive and family...