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Developing Your Advance Care Directive

According to the National Institute on Aging,more than one in four Americanswill have medical decisions made when they are incapacitated. … See more

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Healthy Practices for Your Later Years: 70s

WEBEat plenty of protein, calcium, and fiber, and drink lots of water. On average, people in their 70s drink less than four cups of water a day, and we actually need seven …

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130+ Questions Your Family Will Have to Answer After a Death

WEBMost people don’t realize just how many questions surviving family members will need to answer following the death of a loved one. That’s why advance preparation …

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Grief & Self-Care

WEBWe all feel loss differently, and every loss is different because every person and individual relationship is unique. Try not to stifle or ignore your feelings; don’t stuff …

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Guilt, Anger, and Other Normal Reactions to Loss

WEBGuilt, by definition, means that you have intentionally done harm to the person who has died. However, regret means that you wish you had done something …

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How Can a Prearranged Funeral Plan Help You Qualify for Medicaid

WEBWhat is Medicaid? First of all, let’s discuss what Medicaid does. Medicaid is a state- and federally-funded program that provides health insurance for low-income …

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Who Qualifies for Hospice Care

WEBTwo Basic Eligibility Requirements. 1. Certification of Illness. A person is eligible for hospice if they have been diagnosed with a terminal illness and given less …

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The Ins and Outs of Hospice Respite Care

WEBImproved sleep. Increased energy. Improved outlook. Reduced levels of stress and anxiety. Requesting respite care may feel like claiming a weakness or demonstrating that you …

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3 Ways to Protect Your Funeral Funds

WEBDrawbacks. Must pay taxes on growth annually. 3. Personal Account or Pay on Death Account. Some people plan to use a personal account or a pay on death …

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7 Benefits of Joining a Grief Support Group

WEBBy joining a grief support group, you can: 1. Build connections and find a sense of community. Perhaps the biggest benefit to joining a support group is finding a …

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Nature & Your Grief Journey

WEBNature provides physical evidence that life does go on. In a similar vein, just as the seasons show us that death is a part of life, they also remind us that life goes on. …

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FAQ: Donating Your Body to Science

WEBStep 2: Contact research facilities and ask questions. Next, you will need to contact several research facilities where you would consider donating your body. Fill out …

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Coronavirus Safety Tips: Taking Precautions When Attending a …

WEB3. Wash Hands Thoroughly and Regularly. Washing your hands is important to prevent the spread of any virus, including COVID-19. Germs can collect on your …

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7 Ways to Pay for Unexpected Funeral Expenses

WEBTapping into your personal assets and savings could help you avoid having to take on debt to pay for a funeral. 5. Recruit friends and family to help. More often than …

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Writing Your Will: How to Avoid Common Pitfalls

WEBSelect your witnesses: Your will should be written in the presence of witnesses. At least two witnesses will need to sign it, but some states will not accept less than three. Make sure …

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10 Questions to Ask Before You Prepay Your Funeral

WEBIn most cases, you should have no issues transferring a funeral insurance policy or funeral trust to another funeral home. However, any price guarantees or …

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Myth vs. Fact: The Truth About Final Expense Plans

WEB3. Protection from Inflation. Prepaid funeral plans grow over time by design. The growth protects the value of your dollar and helps your funds keep up with inflation. …

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Writing a Letter to Say All the Things Left Unsaid

WEBBy writing a letter to your lost loved one, you can give expression to the thoughts and feelings rolling around inside your mind and heart, so that you can move …

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What to Do If You Can't Attend the Funeral

WEB2. Write a note to encourage the family and friends who have lost a loved one. Though it seems simple, a heartfelt note can make a huge difference to someone …

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