What is a living trust, and do you actually need one? Most people find out the hard way: watching a parent’s estate sit in probate court for a year. Here are 7 critical facts about how it works and when it makes sense to set one up. Find an Estate Planning Attorney Near You →…
By Rob Althouse · Founder, Senior Media Group LLC · About the author There are 4 types of power of attorney, and the one most families set up first is the one that fails exactly when they need it. This guide breaks down each type, what it does, and which one an aging parent actually…
If you’re planning to stay in your home as you age, not just any contractor will do. A Certified Aging-in-Place Specialist is trained for exactly this kind of work. Here’s what that means, what it costs, and how to find one. Find a Home Modifications Contractor Near You → Last updated: June 2026 By Rob…
Most falls happen at home: in the bathroom, on the front steps, and in hallways where nothing was ever changed. The right home modifications for aging in place address the highest-risk spots before a fall forces your hand. Find a Home Modification Contractor Near You → Last updated: June 2026 By Rob Althouse · Founder,…
Original Medicare covers hospital stays and doctor visits well. But there are 7 common services it does not pay for at all. Finding that out after the fact can cost you thousands. Find a Health Insurance Broker Near You → Last updated: May 2026 By Rob Althouse | Senior Media Group LLC What Does Medicare…
Most people know Part A covers hospital stays. What surprises people is how quickly costs add up after day 60, and the long list of services Part A will not pay for at all. Find a Health Insurance Broker Near You Last updated: May 2026 By Rob Althouse | Senior Media Group LLC What Does…
Most people assume Part B covers more than it does. This guide shows you exactly what it covers, what it costs, and where the gaps are. Find a Medicare Insurance Broker Near You → Last updated: May 2026 By Rob Althouse | Senior Media Group LLC What Does Medicare Part B Cover? Medicare Part B…
A continuing care retirement community is one of the biggest decisions you can make in retirement. It can also be one of the most expensive ones to get wrong. This guide walks through the 5 mistakes families make most often at this stage, and what to do instead. Find an SRES® REALTOR® Near You →…
If you live an hour or more from an aging parent, you know a specific kind of worry that doesn’t fully go away. Long distance caregiving is one of the most common situations families navigate today, and most people do it without a real plan in place. This guide gives you a practical framework for…
More than 63 million Americans are caring for a parent without pay. Most don’t know that programs exist to change that. Some pay you directly. Others cut what you’re spending out of pocket. Here’s what’s available. Find In-Home Healthcare Help Near You → Last updated: May 2026 By Rob Althouse · Founder, Senior Media Group…