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When individuals cannot manage their finances, courts can appoint guardians. Financial guardianship is for those who need help handling money.

Using survey data from more than 8,000 adults aged 65 and older, researchers have identified eight social factors that may lead to early death in older adults.

Seniors who need assistance with certain daily activities are eligible for Medicaid Long-Term Services and Supports. Unfortunately, many who qualify for these services but wish to receive them in their homes or a community setting end up on extended waiting lists.

Finding inexpensive, safe, and accessible housing can be challenging. However, several affordable housing options are available for older people with low incomes.

Elder law attorneys, with expertise in estate planning, incapacity planning, and end-of-life care for seniors, are essential in working to protect a vulnerable population.

Many older adults can no longer safely live on their own. However, they may not need the highly specialized care of nursing homes. Intermediate care facilities present one option for older adults who cannot live independently but require daily assistance.

A new AARP analysis gives a glimpse into the experiences of family caregivers and offers recommendations on policies and practices that policymakers should consider enacting or enhancing in support of caregivers nationwide.

President Joe Biden, who has pledged to bolster such federal programs as Medicare and Social Security, has announced a proposal to fund Medicare through the year 2050.

Hospice care is a type of health care that patients with terminally ill conditions rely on at the end of their lives.

Self-monitoring one’s blood pressure can help in controlling hypertension. Depending on your state, Medicaid may cover part of the cost.