Solo Agers: Overcoming the Challenges
By choice or by circumstance, there is a new breed of older people in this country. They are referred to “solo agers” and there are approximately 13 million older adults in the United States.
Vincent Russo on CFN Live: Solo Agers: Overcoming the Challenges
Explore the challenges faced by Solo Agers and discover essential tips for effective Long Term Care and Estate Planning.
A Comparison of Special Needs Trusts and ABLE Accounts
A special needs trust (SNT) and an Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE) account each provide a tax-free way for people with disabilities to save money. Both options provide a mechanism for saving money and protecting resources that ensures the…
Does Medicare Cover Hearing Aids?
Hearing loss is common in older adults, but many don’t wear hearing aids. Cost is a leading factor, so if you’re over 65, you may wonder whether or not hearing aids are covered by Medicare. While Original Medicare does not…
Common Tax Return Mistakes That Can Cost You
It is that time of year again, when taxpayers must file their personal income tax returns. The IRS has compiled a list of the top nine common mistakes as reported on their government website.
Vincent Russo on CFN Live: Common Tax Return Mistakes That Can Cost You
Avoid costly pitfalls with our guide on common tax mistakes. Gain insights to ensure your tax return is accurate and complete.
Estate Planning for Parents of Children With Mental Illness
More than one in five U.S. adults and one in six U.S. youth aged 6 to 17 experience a mental health disorder each year. Many different mental, behavioral, and emotional disorders fall under the umbrella term of mental illness. They can vary in…
Driving with Dementia: When to Stop!
Dementia can significantly impair cognitive abilities, including memory, judgment, and reaction time, which are crucial for safe driving. As dementia progresses, driving becomes increasingly unsafe. This is such a difficult situation and a common one for many who have loved ones with dementia.
Vincent Russo on CFN Live: Driving with Dementia: When to Stop!
Learn when it's time to stop driving with dementia. Discover signs of unsafe driving, how to approach the topic, and alternatives to driving.
Hoarding Disorder in Older Adults: Challenges and Resources
Hoarding disorder disproportionately affects older adults, according to the United States Senate Special Committee on Aging. While about 2 percent of the general population struggles with accumulating too many objects, hoarding impacts over 6 percent of people aged 65 and…