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Elderly Bankruptcy Is On The Rise – Here’s Why
Forbes recently reported that bankruptcy in the United States has undergone a rapid “graying” over the past few decades. In 1991, elders made up only 2% of bankruptcy claims, while, now it is 12%. This is a result of several factors. Read about them here.
This is, Statistically, the Worst Age to Take Social Security Benefits
Yahoo Finance News recently published an article on the worst age to take social security benefits. There are a handful of factors that determine the amount of your social security checks. Therefore, it is possible to time your payout for maximum benefit. Learn more with the story here.
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ELDER LAW BLOG: What is Aid and Attendance?
Aid and Attendance is a term that is commonly used to describe a monthly payment (called a pension) that the VA pays to some Veterans who need long term care. Aid and Attendance can be used by a veteran or by the spouse of a veteran to be able to […]
Boise aims to be ‘Age-Friendly Community’ and help older adults live comfortably
According to Idaho News, Boise recently announced that it would become a more ‘age-friendly city.’ As a result, Boise is the first city in Idaho to become a member of the AARP’s Network of Age-Friendly Communities. Read about the improvements here.
Veterans Affairs secretary praises Boise VA during visit: ‘Everything is working here.’
In an interview with the Idaho Statesman, U.S. Secretary of Veterans Affairs Robert Wilkie, praised the Boise VA Medical Center during a recent visit. In Boise “everything is working,” according to Secretary Wilkie, with specific praise toward telehealth and mental health programs. He attributed the Boise VA’s success to […]
Seniors Fuel Growth – And Feel Its Impact
The Coeur d’Alene/Post Falls Press published an article last winter highlighting the population growth of seniors in Northern Idaho. Idaho’s senior population is growing faster than most other states, with Kootenai County near the top. However, this growth period is not without challenges, as seniors struggle with waiting periods […]