Jan 31, 2023 | Family Caregiving, Money Matters
Reading Time: 4 minutesCaregiving in the US depletes incomes, job opportunities, and future retirement payments as family members struggle financially in order to “do what’s right.” Nearly 50 million people, most of them working, provide an average of 24 hours a week... 
Jan 6, 2023 | Money Matters
Reading Time: 2 minutesYou may know someone who gets a monthly Social Security benefit or Supplemental Security Income payment and who also needs help managing their money. If someone you know needs help, the Social Security Administration can appoint a person or an... 
Dec 31, 2022 | Money Matters
Reading Time: 4 minutesMany older adults struggle to make ends meet every month, unaware that billions of dollars’ worth of aid is going unclaimed. Elaine’s Story: Elaine Ross was living in central Florida in 2007 when a hurricane destroyed her home. Her... 
Dec 21, 2022 | Money Matters
Reading Time: 5 minutesThe first step in covering care costs is to get an overall picture of your income and expenses as a family caregiver. Start by creating a monthly budget using these three steps: Calculate your income – List then add all your sources of... 
Dec 11, 2022 | Legal Matters, Money Matters, Resources, Video Presentation
Reading Time: < 1 minuteCaregivers: How much do you know about managing money? This free online program by the Alzheimer’s Association® will help you learn about the costs of caregiving and the benefits of early planning, and teach you how to avoid financial abuse... 
Jul 27, 2021 | Grandparents Raising Children, Money Matters
Reading Time: 3 minutesOne of the top concerns for Grandparents raising grandchildren is how to manage finances. Many caregivers are also caring for grandchildren, either part time or full time. Adjusting to caring for a grandchild can be demanding enough, but when...