October 2011 Newsletter

How to Avoid Problems as a Trustee


Being a trustee is a big responsibility and if you don’t perform your duties properly, you could be personally liable. That’s why it’s important to hire the right people to guide you in this important role.

Report Ranks States on Long-Term Care Services, Calls for Improvement


A new state-by-state scorecard evaluates the effectiveness of long-term care services across the country and concludes that there is a lot of room for improvement. The State Long-Term Services and Supports Scorecard examines the performance of state long-term care services for older people and adults with physical disabilities.

Senior Cohousing: A Retirement Alternative


Seniors want to remain at home as long as possible, but with family spread out all over the country, it isn’t always easy to do so. “Senior cohousing,” a relatively new concept, allows older Americans to age at home in a supportive community.

The Difference Between Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia


Many people use the terms Alzheimer’s disease and dementia interchangeably, but they have very different meanings. Although dementia is a group of symptoms that include memory loss, the term itself doesn’t explain what is causing the symptoms. Alzheimer’s disease is the leading cause of dementia, but here are many other causes.

Keep Your Trusts Flexible to Handle Change

With the ever-changing tax landscape, keeping your trust up-to-date can be difficult. Here are some techniques to keep your trust flexible to help deal with change, even where you are unable to do so yourself. . .