Caregiving and the Sandwich Generation

A recent article in the St. Louis Post-Dispatch discusses an innovative solution for elder care--young adults are living with their grandparents so they can care for each other.
Read the full article here:

http://www.stltoday.com/business/local/creative-caregiving-solutions-for-the-sandwich-generation/article_a2870605-04c6-5237-8a01-df788cf251dd.html

Alzheimer's Fundraising: Longest Day, June 21, 2017

From the Alzheimer's Association:

"The Longest Day is all about love. Love for all those affected by Alzheimer's disease. On the summer solstice, team up with the Alzheimer’s Association and select any activity you love — or an activity loved by those affected — to help end Alzheimer’s. Together, we will raise funds and awareness for care and support while advancing research toward the first survivor of Alzheimer’s."

More information available here: www.alz.org/thelongestday

Mind Your Own Business: Financial elder abuse leaves caregivers strapped

 

 

 

According to a study of 1,000 caregivers, financial abuse of the elderly affects caregivers, too. Caregivers of the financially abused spend 56% more in caregiving than other caregivers.

 

 

You can read the article here:

http://newsok.com/article/5543156

 

 

 

 

 

Tax Breaks for Caregivers

 

KSDK - 5 On Your Side recently posted an interesting article about three ways caregivers may potentially save on their taxes. An elder relative may be considered the caregiver's dependent, so the caregiver can take an exemption on the tax return. Itemizing medical deductions and obtaining a dependent care credit may also be possible.

http://www.ksdk.com/money/tax-breaks-you-can-get-for-taking-care-of-aging-relatives/413926611

David Cassidy Fighting Dementia

David Cassidy recently announced his retirement due to his dementia symptoms. In his most recent performance, he forgot and slurred some lyrics -- and realized he had to explain his condition to his fans.
www.nydailynews.com