New Compensation Available for People Exposed to Nuclear Radiation
Many people are still unaware of their eligibility for the RECA program due to an “oath of secrecy.”
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Feb 10, 2020
GUEST COLUMN: Depression and Dementia
What if you were hurting deeply inside but didn’t know how to tell anyone? That's the predicament faced by man with dementia.
Jan 24, 2020
A Friend Told Me to Call…
Many people find their way to Takacs McGinnis because someone who has already worked with us told them to call. In this video, a client...
Jan 24, 2020
A Client Speaks
All of us at Takacs McGinnis consider it a privilege to walk alongside seniors and their families during the long-term care journey.
Jan 24, 2020
Why It’s Important to Get the Right Help
Navigating the elder care journey for a loved one can be costly in ways you might not expect.
Jan 21, 2020
Beware the New Twist on an Old Scam
Criminals trying to pull the Social Security scam on seniors aren't just using robocalls. They're now sending letters.
Jan 20, 2020
FAQ: The Tennessee Real ID
What is REAL ID? In 2005, Congress passed what is called the REAL ID Act. The law created a series of minimum security standards for...
Jan 3, 2020
Blue Water Navy Vietnam Veterans Act is Now Law
It’s official. The Blue Water Navy Vietnam Veterans Act of 2019 (Public Law 116-23) took effect on Jan. 1, 2020.
Dec 27, 2019
Five New Year’s Resolutions for Caregivers
2020 is here. It’s the start of a new year and a new decade. This is the time of year when many people take stock of their lives.
Dec 18, 2019
Caregivers in the Workplace
Caregivers aren’t just at home looking after the person that needs their help. They’re also in the workplace.
Dec 10, 2019
Why You Need a Dementia Safety Plan
How can you keep your loved one safe? Creating a dementia safety plan is a great place to start.
Nov 19, 2019
Let's Pause for a Moment of Gratitude
A loved one’s illness can come out of nowhere, and then everything changes. The blessings don't have to end if you focus on gratitude.
Nov 15, 2019
Beware the IRS Scam Letters
A few months ago, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) reported complaints from people receiving fake letters supposedly from the IRS.
Nov 15, 2019
Online Resources for Caregivers
Are you one of the 43 million Americans acting as a caregiver to a family member or friend? There resources can help.
Nov 15, 2019
Grieving a Parent
Grief is different for each person and there’s no right or wrong way to mourn a parent.
Oct 8, 2019
Tips for Halloween and Dementia Patients
Scary costumes, extra visitors, candy concerns, Halloween decorations, trick-or-treating, and spooky sounds can create agitation.
Sep 25, 2019
October is Residents’ Rights Month – Part 1
Do a person’s rights change when they’re no longer completely independent?
Sep 25, 2019
October is Residents’ Rights Month – Part 3
What rights are residents guaranteed under the 1987 federal Nursing Home Reform Law?
Sep 25, 2019
October is Residents’ Rights Month – Part 2
What rights are residents guaranteed under the 1987 federal Nursing Home Reform Law?
Sep 10, 2019
Types of Dementias and How They Differ
There is in fact a difference between dementia and Alzheimer’s which is important to understand. Dementia is a general, umbrella term.
Sep 6, 2019
Using Online Ratings to Choose a Nursing Home
How do you select the proper facility and ensure that your mom or dad will be safe and well cared for?
Aug 1, 2019
Driving and Memory Loss: Having the Conversation
Is an elderly loved one experiencing memory loss? Do you worry when he or she gets behind the wheel?
Jul 30, 2019
The Deed Scam Resurfaces
Just when you think that a scam has been snuffed out, fraudsters find a way to resurrect it. Case in point: the Deed Scam.
Jul 30, 2019
The Medical Appointment – Be Prepared
The nurse said, “Good morning, I will be taking your blood pressure first.” “No!” Betty said. “You are not!”
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