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How to Leave an Inheritance to a Disabled Child––Vision Bank

February 11, 2014 LIVING WELL Magazine Comments Off

If you are the parent or grandparent of a disabled child or young adult, you have several special estate planning challenges. If the disabled child or disabled adult is receiving support from the state or federal government, they usually cannot have more than a small amount of assets held in their name. For example, if they have more than $2,000 in a checking or savings account in their name, this could threaten their government benefits. So how do you leave a gift or inheritance to that disabled heir without losing their government benefits? […]

Crossing Over…A Caring Hand on the Journey––GuArdian Hospice

February 9, 2014 LIVING WELL Magazine Comments Off

Crossing Over…A Caring Hand on the Journey By R. Joe Church, M.D., GuArdian Hospice, Texoma LIVING WELL Magazine Dying is a normal life process, but it is difficult to imagine the fear and loneliness that […]

Do You Need Detox?––Solace Counseling

February 8, 2014 LIVING WELL Magazine Comments Off

Detox is typically required when the body becomes physically dependent on certain medications and other substances that can be addictive. […]

Independent Living: Come Home for the Holidays––Parkview in Frisco

February 6, 2014 LIVING WELL Magazine Comments Off

Most of us think of the holidays as an exciting, happy time that we look forward to all year long. However, for our older population, sometimes this proves to be a special challenge. […]

When Someone you Care About Needs Caring for…Good Samaritan Society – Lake Forest Village

February 5, 2014 LIVING WELL Magazine Comments Off

Rehabilitation and skilled care (sometimes referred to as skilled nursing care or nursing home care) refers to care that is provided for residents who need the assistance of rehabilitative therapy staff and licensed nursing staff. Rehabilitation and skilled care is about more than providing care 24 hours a day. […]

The Benefits of Speech Therapy: Carrus Hospitals

February 4, 2014 LIVING WELL Magazine Comments Off

The ability to communicate clearly is an essential part of life. When robbed of that skill, due to a stroke, dementia, brain injury, or some other condition, it can be devastating for the patient and the family. […]

Comprehensive Diabetes Care: Experience the Dougherty’s Difference

February 2, 2014 LIVING WELL Magazine Comments Off

Diabetes mellitus is a serious, chronic condition of high blood sugar. There are different types of diabetes. Type 1, previously known as juvenile diabetes, is usually diagnosed in children and young adults, and occurs when the body is unable to produce insulin; however, adults may be diagnosed with type 1 diabetes. […]

You’re Not Old, Just Older––Avere Healthcare Clinic

February 1, 2014 LIVING WELL Magazine Comments Off

You’ve been in your body longer than anyone else, and no one knows your body better than you. Most patients can sense when something isn’t right, way before a doctor tells them. […]

Hearing with Style––HearCare & Associates

January 31, 2014 LIVING WELL Magazine Comments Off

It’s true. Hearing aids have become cool, trendy, fashionable. Partly, it’s because of the digital technology that allows a hearing device to do so much more than simply clarify sound. It’s also the appeal of new ultra-sleek models that come in vibrant colors or even zebra stripes. […]

Eight Tips to Aging Well––Cooper Aerobics Health & Wellness

January 28, 2014 LIVING WELL Magazine Comments Off

Aging is a natural process and there’s nothing you can do to stop it. The good news is that how you age is entirely in your control. Find out what “healthy aging” is all about, and learn eight tips to aging well. […]