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Are you current on your shots?
Immunization, or vaccination, helps prevent dangerous and sometimes deadly diseases. To stay protected against serious illnesses like the flu, measles, and pneumonia, adults need to get their shots – just like kids do. August is National Immunization Awareness Month,...
Five Signs of a Health Insurance Scam
--From the office of Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine Con artists know how complicated health insurance can be and are eager to take advantage of unsuspecting consumers. For example, while the Affordable Care Act, also known as “Obamacare,” has...
Jury Duty? Age May Exempt You
In many states, seniors have the right to decline jury duty based on their age. But the age limits and rules vary by state and by type of court, so if you are summoned for jury duty, check with the court to determine if you are exempt. The majority of states have a...
Client newsletter for August 2016
Enjoy some great advice articles in our new August 2016 newsletter: [embeddoc url="https://www.elderlaw.us/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/August-2016-newsletter.pdf" download="all"]
What Is Required of an Executor?
Being the executor of an estate is not a task to take lightly. An executor is the person responsible for managing the administration of a deceased individual’s estate. Although the time and effort involved will vary with the size of the estate, even if you are the...
7 Ways to Make the Most of Your Doctor Visit
by NISSA SIMON, for AARP Physicians give their best advice on how to get their best advice Your relationship with your doctor is all about your health, of course, but it's also about mutual trust, communication and understanding. The better you two get along, the more...
Prevent Mosquito and Tick Bites
Spending time together outdoors is good for the whole family. Just don’t let bug bites ruin your fun. The Basics: Overview Most bug bites are harmless, but some mosquitoes and ticks carry diseases. You can get serious diseases from mosquitoes, like Zika, West Nile...
The Caregiver Support Program from Franklin County Senior Options
It’s important that we plan to take advantage of available programs to help care for our loved ones in their later years. It’s equally important for the CAREGIVERS for loved ones to know of and take advantage of government programs designed to ease their burden. Below...
Give Seniors a Lift With Household Chores
Many older adults want to remain in their homes as they continue to enjoy good health and independence. However, some activities of daily living become chores that may challenge as we age, because of factors such as slower gait, impaired balance, reduced mobility, and...