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An afternoon nap could improve your cognitive abilities, study says

By Megan Marples, CNN Updated 11:41 AM ET, Thu January 28, 2021 (CNN)Taking an afternoon snooze could keep your brain sharp, a new study has said. Adults ages 60 and older who took afternoon naps showed signs of better mental agility compared to those who didn’t nap, according to a study published in General Psychiatry earlier … Continue reading "An afternoon nap could improve your cognitive abilities, study says"

2021 Tax Deductions for Long-Term Care Premiums Released

2021 Long Term Care Insurance Federal Tax Deductible Limits Taxpayer’s Age At End of Tax Year – Deductible Limit 40 or less $ 450 More than 40 but not more than 50 $ 850 More than 50 but not more than 60 $1,690 More than 60 but not more than 70 $4,520 More than … Continue reading "2021 Tax Deductions for Long-Term Care Premiums Released"

Study says cheese and red wine could boost brain health

Korin Miller Wed, December 16, 2020, 3:28 PM CST·5 min read The foods you now eat can have an impact on your cognition down the road. And, according to the results of a new study, eating cheese and drinking red wine may actually give your brain a boost. The study, which was published in the Journal … Continue reading "Study says cheese and red wine could boost brain health"

Cost of CareTrends & Insights

We started tracking the cost of care 17 years ago and have been trusted source since. Since 2004, families across America have counted on us to help them understand the cost of care. Our research in 435 cities and towns across all 50 states has not only helped individuals plan for their own care but … Continue reading "Cost of CareTrends & Insights"

Does Hard Work Help Preserve the Brain?

MONDAY, NOV 2, 2020 (HealthDay News) — Physical activity is known to help prevent dementia and disease, but it’s possible that the kind you do makes a difference. A new study found that hard physical work not only doesn’t lower the risk of dementia, it increases the risk of developing the disease. Researchers found that people who … Continue reading "Does Hard Work Help Preserve the Brain?"

Why Is It Important to Get Life Insurance?

Expert advise from local Insurance Expert Tim Casey. Tim Casey has been in the Life and Health insurance industry since 1981 and is currently Vice-President of Career Division, doing business as GoldenCare USA, one of Minnesota’s leading insurance brokerages. Why is it important to get Life Insurance? Tim: “Almost everything in life has a … Continue reading "Why Is It Important to Get Life Insurance?"

Theresa Mollicone: A Burden Relieved

The first time that James Daoust, Jr. visited his clients, Joe and Theresa Mollicone, the couple rolled out a tray of cannolis. James became their financial advisor and over the next three decades sampled countless Italian specialties in the couple’s home. “He got hooked on Italian desserts,” Theresa says. Their close relationship is the reason … Continue reading "Theresa Mollicone: A Burden Relieved"

Opinion: How to protect your money — at every age

By Stephen Augstell Learning from mistakes in uncertain times Growing up, my friend’s mom always gave me good advice. When things went terribly wrong, Mrs. Brown would say, “It’s a learning experience, Stephen.” I realized that the experience, however painful, could serve me well in the end. The fallout of COVID-19 has yet to be … Continue reading "Opinion: How to protect your money — at every age"

Are Your Long-Term Care Plans Putting You in Danger?

Long-term care? Where? The current pandemic has caused us to look at changes in the way we live and interact with others; it may also cause many of us to re-think our long-term care (LTC) plans. Why? Because people (lots of them) die in long-term care facilities. A Johns Hopkins study that was recently published … Continue reading "Are Your Long-Term Care Plans Putting You in Danger?"

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