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Tax Tips for Family Caregivers and Older Adults. You can read more useful articles and advice on our blog.

Wondering what are the most important vaccines for adults? Here are suggestions from the Centers for Disease Control. Always check with your primary care provider before getting inoculated to understand potential interactions and side-effects. Recommended Vaccines for Most Adults Over 50 1 COVID-19 Annual seasonal flu Td or Tdap (tetanus, diphtheria and pertussis) booster shot Read more >>

Social media is a great way to connect with friends and others with shared interests. It’s also a helpful tool to reduce feelings of isolation and loneliness. Follow this advice and soon you’ll be a pro at connecting online. Social Media Tips 1. Choose Your Social Media Sites With so many social sites to choose Read more >>

American adults are living longer – the average life expectancy for all races and genders is 78.7 years, according to the CDC; U.S. women live to 81 1. This leaves more time for leisure pursuits like travel. As with any activity or major undertaking, seniors should consult with their healthcare providers before heading out to understand Read more >>

After a year of living under COVID restrictions, we’ve learned some new things and had other lessons reinforced. Here’s our look at key takeaways from 2020 for family caregivers and seniors. Lesson 1: Adopt Different Ways to Communicate & Socialize For most of us, the biggest lesson from year one of the pandemic was learning Read more >>

Read our Tax advice & Tips for Family Caregivers. You can read more useful articles and advice on our blog.

The best way to avoid a nasty surprise on the amount owed for tax return – or a terse letter from the IRS– is to do a rough tax projection. This process produces an estimate of what is owed so you can make smart decisions about cash flow and take steps to qualify for more Read more >>

Tax Preparation Tips for Seniors & Family Caregivers. You can read more useful articles and advice on our blog.

Wondering if it’s worth claiming medical expenses for equipment on your taxes? The answer is yes! Researching deductions for medical equipment used by yourself, your spouse or another person in your care is worth the effort because you may be able to reduce your tax bill. The IRS allows taxpayers who itemize to potentially deduct Read more >>

For many, the holidays are a time of joy, togetherness, and indulgence in delicious treats. However, for seniors managing diabetes, the festivities can bring about unique challenges, especially during Easter when sugary delights are abundant. While it might seem like a daunting task to maintain a balanced diet, it’s entirely possible to enjoy the holiday Read more >>