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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?"

What to Consider Before Moving a Parent Into Assisted Living During COVID-19

Nicole Dunn was all set to move her mom, Barbara, into an assisted living community in St. Petersburg, Fla. in April. Then COVID-19 struck. The facility temporarily banned outsiders and “that meant us,” Dunn says. Her mother, who has dementia, continued to live on her own in Florida. But in mid-May, the assisted living community, … Continue reading "What to Consider Before Moving a Parent Into Assisted Living During COVID-19"

Medicare isn’t free. Here’s how much you may need to pay for it in retirement

If you think Medicare is free, guess again. Depending on your specific coverage and your use of the health-care system, the amount you pay out-of-pocket could climb well into six-figure territory over the course of your retirement, according to a report from the Employee Benefit Research Institute. “Some are surprised that, after working for decades … Continue reading "Medicare isn’t free. Here’s how much you may need to pay for it in retirement"

Securian answers Minnesota nurses’ call for masks in a big way

Nicole Hansen with Securian Financial and Rick Fuentes with the Minnesota Nurses Association load up a dolly with cases of protective masks at the MNA offices at 345 Randolph Ave. in St. Paul on Saturday, March 21, 2020. Securian had stockpiled protective masks in a warehouse in case of emergency. (John Autey / Pioneer Press) … Continue reading "Securian answers Minnesota nurses’ call for masks in a big way"

FAQs on Medicare Coverage and Costs Related to COVID-19 Testing and Treatment

More than 60 million people ages 65 and older and younger adults with long-term disabilities are covered by Medicare. Due to their older age and higher likelihood of having serious medical conditions than younger adults, virtually all Medicare beneficiaries are at greater risk of becoming seriously ill if they are infected with the new coronavirus that causes … Continue reading "FAQs on Medicare Coverage and Costs Related to COVID-19 Testing and Treatment"

5 Biggest Retirement Worries For Women In Their Sixties

As women in their sixties approach retirement, they often feel insecure financially. Planning for retirement is stressful enough, but women face a few additional challenges. Longer lifespans, gender pay gap, and more time (on average) out of the workforce can make saving for a comfortable retirement more difficult for women, whether they are single or … Continue reading "5 Biggest Retirement Worries For Women In Their Sixties"

The number of millennials with early-onset Alzheimer’s disease is surging, report finds

Independence Blue Cross report examines increased dementia diagnoses Dementia and Alzheimer’s disease traditionally have been considered a concern for older generations. But recent spikes in early onset of these conditions in Americans as young as 30 suggest a different story. Between 2013 and 2017, early-onset dementia and Alzheimer’s diagnoses increased by 83% among commercially insured … Continue reading "The number of millennials with early-onset Alzheimer’s disease is surging, report finds"

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