Making Healthcare Decisions for Someone Who is Dying
It can be overwhelming to be asked to make healthcare decisions for someone who is dying and is no longer able to make his or… Read More »Making Healthcare Decisions for Someone Who is Dying
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VA Survivors Pensions – Are You Eligible?
A Veteran’s Administration Survivors Pension is an indispensable benefit to receive. If you think you are eligible, to be sure you know how to determine your eligibility and how to make a claim.
Department of Veteran’s Affairs Provides Resources for Preventing Suicide
Across the nation, the number of suicide deaths has been rising since the turn of the millennium. From 2005 to 2017, there was a 43.6% increase in the number of suicide deaths in the general population and a 6.1% increase in the number of suicide deaths in the Veteran population. With the number of suicides on the rise, particularly for veterans, the Department of Veteran’s Affairs is striving to provide resources through VA medical centers and other organizations both to prevent suicide and to help when a suicide occurs. Listed below are a few of these resources for veterans and their families:Read More »Department of Veteran’s Affairs Provides Resources for Preventing Suicide
Ombudsman Services Provided by Berks County Area Agency on Aging
The definition of “ombudsman” is “one that investigates, reports on, and helps settle complaints,” according to Merriam-Webster. The term comes from the Swedish language and… Read More »Ombudsman Services Provided by Berks County Area Agency on Aging
Protect Yourself from Medicare Fraud
Every year, many seniors are targeted by scammers who want to steal their Medicare numbers to do things like rack up fake health care charges and commit identity theft.
Air Travel Can be Dangerous for Passengers with Disabilities
(BPT) – During the busy holiday travel season, everyone suffers from the stress and strain that accompanies flying today. Unfortunately, travelers with disabilities face even… Read More »Air Travel Can be Dangerous for Passengers with Disabilities