4 Reasons to Review Your Will Most people mistakenly believe that creating a will is a one-time task, but estate-planning documents should be reviewed regularly to ensure they still reflect your wishes. Read More »...
Read MoreEstate Administration: Know What to Do When a Loved One Dies When someone you love passes away, the last thing you want to think about is locating legal documents and handling financial matters. Use these steps to make the probate process as simple as possible. Read...
Read MoreHow to Select (and Afford) an Elder Law Attorney Use these expert tips to help you find a lawyer who is knowledgeable, effective, understanding, and in your budget. Read More »...
Read MoreWhen Is a Person Too Incapacitated to Sign a Will, Trust or POA? It is crucial to engage in proper legal planning with family members while they are still of sound mind. An elder law attorney outlines competency criteria that must be met in order to...
Read MoreSeptember is National Suicide Prevention Month. Older adults make up 12% of the US population, but account for 18% of all suicide deaths. This is an alarming statistic, as the elderly are the fastest growing segment of the population, making the issue of later-life suicide...
Read MoreFrom AgingCare Newsletter: Pill-Swallowing Methods for Simplifying Medication Administration Many seniors have trouble swallowing medications. These two proven methods make taking pills quick and easy. Read More »...
Read MoreThis blog is a tribute to David Soto. He retired on June 30, 2017, after 43 years of service to AAA4. Dave is a wonderfully positive individual. He is steady and “goes with the flow”. I will miss his vast historical knowledge about this agency....
Read MoreJune 3, 2017 is the Gay Pride Celebration in Sacramento. AAA4 has long been an ally and supporter of the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer (LGBTQ) community. Recent estimates suggest that here are at least 1.5 million LGBTQ people 65 and older in the...
Read MoreGetting older doesn’t mean what it used to. For many aging Americans, it is a phase of life where interests, goals, and dreams can get a new or second start. Today, aging is about eliminating outdated perceptions and living the way that suits you best. Take...
Read MoreThere has been significant coverage of President Trump’s $18 billion proposed budget cuts from non-defense discretionary finding in this current fiscal year. Some of these cuts will hit older adults hard. Proposed cuts include or total elimination include: The State Health Insurance Assistance Programs (SHIPs)...
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