Trusts are created when someone or a company manages property or assets on behalf of another. The person or entity is known as the trustee and has the responsibility of making decisions in the best interest of the trust beneficiary.…
Our lives are intertwined with the Internet of Things (IoT) – a world of digital devices connected to the internet that streamline tasks and have become an integral part of our everyday routines. Typically, the younger generations are very adept…
Baby boomers continue to "gray" the nation, influencing the way states set budgets and healthcare policies. More attention will be paid to the needs of people under the age of 50 with changing attitudes towards working past age 65. Retirement doesn’t necessarily…
Trusts are generally created when someone or a company manages assets on behalf of another person. The person or entity is known as the trustee and has the responsibility of making decisions in the best interest of the trust beneficiary.…
Legal arrangements such as guardianships and conservatorships are available to individuals with developmental disabilities who are incapable of making important decisions or caring for themselves during adulthood. Establishing a legal guardian is the job of the court, which appoints a…
With the emergence of senior consumerism, more and more seniors are focusing on wellness and preventing disease by taking proactive and preventative measures. For seniors to thrive and flourish in retirement, technology and reliance on community and home-centered care is…
Thousands of baby boomer generation members are now in retirement, and their children are taking on caregiving roles. This can be a rewarding opportunity for adult children to spend time with their parents and give back to them. However, it…
Eventually, most of us will be faced with caring for a family member or friend who has declining health. Depending on the family’s dynamics, determining who should handle the role and what type of care the ailing relative should receive…
A home purchase can be a lengthy and involved process even when things are going well. If you or a loved one have a physical or developmental disability, the process can be even more challenging. Fortunately, there are resources available…
Modern medicine and health care advancements enable children with a wide variety of special needs (disabilities) to live more productive lives than ever before. Many scientists regard the term special needs as a euphemism for disability. Yet, the difference between…