Avoid These 7 Longevity Mistakes after 50
July 9, 2021
As we age, our health risks increase. After all, none of us is going to live forever.
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Federal Government Helps with COVID-Related Funeral Costs
May 21, 2021
People who need aid covering the financial costs of funerals for loved ones who died of COVID-19 may be eligible for up to $9,000 in assistance from the federal relief legislation that was enacted in March.
What are Most Common Side Effects of COVID-19 Vaccines?
February 5, 2021
However, the tradeoff, experts say, is temporary discomfort versus the long-term benefits of a potentially high level of protection from COVID-19, a disease that’s responsible for the deaths of more than 1.6 million people globally.
Keeping Seniors Safe in Coronavirus Pandemic
October 9, 2020
Forty-one percent of participants in a new survey said they don’t trust assisted living communities and nursing homes to keep older adults safe amid the coronavirus pandemic.
How Do I Keep Up My Spirits in the Pandemic?
September 15, 2020
We are now in a global pandemic in which many family caregivers will likely experience the same kind of shock, uncertainty and fear that I did. We worry that COVID-19 may sicken our loved ones or as caregivers that we may somehow bring the virus into our homes. We also fear that we might fall ill and leave our care recipients in need. It can be challenging to keep a caregiver’s spirits up.
10 Tips for Those Adjusting to Homeschooling
August 31, 2020
With the number of children learning at home jumping from 2.5 Million to 55.1 Million households due to the coronavirus, many parents need help coping.
Changing the Name of the Team
July 15, 2020
There are so many joys and heartaches in my memories as a Washington football fan. But it is a franchise with some awful history, the last to integrate, which fought for ole Dixie. There were also many great victories, admirable players, and coaches. My Dad, siblings, and I spent many Sundays in the joy of victory and the agony of defeat, with some ranting and curse words occasionally featured.
Review Your Estate Plan in the Coronavirus Pandemic
June 25, 2020
Many people are taking this time at home during the COVID-19 crisis to update their estate plan. Here are six critical estate plan components you should focus on in light of the current pandemic.
C19 UPDATE: New Symptoms of COVID-19
May 20, 2020
Fever, cough and shortness of breath were early on identified as symptoms of COVID-19, but additional symptoms are emerging.
Handling a Paycheck Protection Program PPP Loan
May 5, 2020
Amid the climate of uncertainty surrounding the coronavirus pandemic that is sweeping the nation, people are grappling with the difficult subject of estate planning … and not taking any chances.
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