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Medical Tourism: A Primer
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... cosmetic or elective surgeries, but for life sustaining surgeries and medical treatments for cancer, obesity, orthopedic, dental work and many others. The big question is now: with the changes in the ...
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When Is It Time to Consider Moving a Family Member with Memory Impairment?
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... the setting of assisted living, be it home with home care workers, an “assisted living” facility (for which there is no legal definition of what an assisted living facility is) or a nursing home. The ...
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Courses Offered
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... paralegals and social work professionals and can be customized accordingly. For more information or to schedule your group continuing education session, contact us at 800.352.7674 or email Chris Cooper ...
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Gearing Up for Life on the RV Road
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... $4,000-$26,000 for truck campers; $8,000-$65,000 for conventional travel trailers; $48,000-$140,000 for Type C motor homes and $58,000-$400,000 for Type A motor homes. Doing one’s homework before purchasing ...
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Employer Support for Care Giving Employees
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... First Lady The U.S. Department of Labor estimates that in the year 2010, 54% of workforce employees will provide eldercare for a parent or parents and that nearly two-thirds of caregivers will experience ...
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Retiree Benefits under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act
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... However, the Act creates a one-time credit for individuals who receive a government pension or annuity from work not covered by Social Security, and were not eligible to receive an Economic Recovery Payment. ...
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Chris Cooper, CFP®, Launches New Comprehensive Financial Planning Web Site
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... and many other publications. About Chris Cooper & Company. Chris Cooper & Company, Inc. is a fee-only financial planning firm working with small business owners, individuals preparing to retire, ...
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Services
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... encompasses everything from their personal and business financial goals along with their emotional well being and objectives. We work in conjunction with several other financial professionals to integrate ...
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Terms of Use
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... The Web Site is protected by copyright as a collective work and/or compilation, pursuant to U.S. copyright laws, international conventions, and other copyright laws. The contents of the Web Site are ...
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Peter Jennings Reporting - Breakdown: America’s Health Insurance Crisis
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... provider of health insurance in the nation. He reveals how the uniquely American system of employer-based health insurance really works, and why GM - in part because of this system—is struggling today ...
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Why Buy Long Term Care Insurance?
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... will be stricter. Development of age-related health problems may even disqualify you from obtaining a policy. We recommend you work with a long term care insurance specialist who understands the policy ...
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Using a Professional Care Manager
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... to lift her husband and injures her back severely. She is bedridden and cannot care for her husband. Her son, who works fulltime, now has two parents to care for. On the advice of the same friend he decides ...
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ElderCare Web Links
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... website contains information about Medicare benefits, options and changes, examples of interesting cases they have dealt with, and resources for getting involved in their consumer advocacy work. Additionally, ...
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Why do I need a Geriatric Care Manager?
(General/ElderCare Advocates FAQ)
The American Health Care System can offer more than any other in the world, if you know how to make it work for you. Unfortunately, most people are unaware of what benefits they should be receiving, or ...
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How do you work with my mother's doctor and other professionals?
(General/ElderCare Advocates FAQ)
As the coordinators of care, private care managers work closely with every professional and para-professional involved with your elder's health and well-being. We arrange and attend doctor appointments ...
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Absenteeism in the Workplace Caused by Eldercare Needs and Concerns
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... of caregivers are in the work force. The pressure to meet the increased demands at home and keep up with the demands of a career can become overwhelming. They can also become detrimental to a caregiver's ...
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Assisted Living Facilities: When Home Isn't the Place to Be
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... work assistance to coordinate services * health and exercise programs * nurse or a medical clinic in the building * housekeeping and laundry * community areas for social activities * security and ...
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Checklist for Choosing a Nursing Home
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... programs carried out? Social Services and Activities * Is a social worker available to assist patients and their families? * Does a recreational staff provide a variety of social, cultural, and educational ...
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Coping With A Chronic Illness in Your Family
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... entitlements, filling out forms, arranging for respite care, preparing nutritional meals, and learning to use assistive devices may require new skills. Understanding what approach works best for you can ...
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Financial Planning for the Multi-Generation Family
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... give these days is to make your retirement the priority. Kids can find financial aid and work their way through college. You don't get financial aid for retirement. Here's where another generation can ...