Health Care Decisions

Deciding which type of life insurance to purchase can be confusing. This book can help demystify the process.

The term "dementia" is thrown around a lot in discussions of elderly individuals, but what exactly does it mean?...

Becoming a widow at any age is one of the most difficult crises any woman has to face. This book provides a guide to achieving emotional and financial well-being after the loss of a husband.

The federal government has published new rules that outline the rights of Medicare beneficiaries who have elected the hospice benefit...

Having a family member with dementia presents unique caregiving challenges. This book is designed to help families understand what is happening and transition from...

A recently released study of Medicaid-financed nursing home use over 18 months in 2001 and 2002 finds that in states such as Oregon that have ex...

Many books deal with the physical ailments of aging. In this one, two clinical social workers address the challenges for adult children of coping with parents whose emotional reserves may be stretched thin by the aging process.

Finding love later in life may be unexpected and exciting, but should it lead to marriage?...

Becoming a caregiver for an elderly loved one can be an overwhelming experience. The Complete Eldercare Planner is a practical guide designed to help caregivers organize and manage all the tasks involved in eldercare.