Nursing Home Costs Now Near $90K A Year

Nursing home costs keep rising. The cost of a private nursing home in the United States jumped 4.4 percent this year, bringing the median yearly cost to $87,600. This data comes from a cost of care survey conducted yearly by the insurer Genworth. It was reported in a story on jdsupra.com. The median cost of… Read More »

Starting Conversation With An Aging Parent

Beginning a conversation with an aging parent about their health and the care they may need in the future can be difficult. There are several approaches that can be taken to start the ball rolling. A story on careconversations.org suggests three ways to get started: 1) Be specific. You don’t necessarily have to start with… Read More »

Bob Marley Estate Battle Continues Decades After His Death

Thirty-three years after reggae legend Bob Marley’s death from cancer, lawyers are continuing to battle over his estate. Marley, a Rastafarian, did not leave a will for religious reasons. As a result, he left a probate mess that continues to this day, according to an article on insurancenewsnet.com. There have been multiple lawsuits filed in… Read More »

Early Signs Your Aging Loved One Needs Help

Aging poses many challenges. There are physical issues. and mental issues. Every person is different. But there are a few things that indicate that help may be needed – either having to do with medical care or emotional support. A story on careconversations.com lists three early warning signs that an aging loved one may need assistance…. Read More »