For anyone interested in providing support to the victims of hurricane Sandy, ABC news.com has posted a list of all the reputable charitable organizations that are providing support to victims. Even if you cannot provide direct support to someone impacted by the storm, you can support those organizations that give food, emergency shelter, as well as other vital materials to the relief … read more
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Common Signs of Elder Abuse
As the population continues to age, instances of elder abuse are, unfortunately, becoming more and more common. While it can be hard to spot elder abuse, especially when the elderly person is reluctant to discuss it, there are some telltale signs you can look for to help identify and prevent it. Physical Signs An elderly person who has been subjected to physical abuse will often show … read more
Aging Population Sparks Growth in Elder Care Jobs
The thousands of baby boomers who reach retirement age every day are having a big impact in the jobs sector. In addition to many baby boomer aged nurses, doctors, and healthcare workers who are retiring and leaving empty positions behind, the aging boomers are also in need of new workers who can help take care of them. According to Monster.com, the number of some health care job … read more
Spousal Disinheritances and the Elective Share – 3 Questions
Question 1: Can I disinherit my spouse? A spouse who doesn't want to leave any of his or her property to the other spouse is an unfortunately common situation. However, states have laws which prevent surviving spouses from being completely disinherited. These laws are known as spousal share or elective share laws. If a surviving spouse is not satisfied with the inheritance left behind … read more
