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Recent Posts
2026 Benefit Updates: Social Security, VA Aid & Attendance, and Medicaid
This is the time of year for annual updates to federal programs that intersect with state services that may benefit the people you care about, including Social Security, VA Pension with Aid and Attendance (A&A), and Medicaid. This summary of 2026 benefit updates...
New Year’s Resolutions for Caregivers
As a new year begins, it’s natural to pause and think about what you want life to look like—your health, your finances, your relationships, and your peace of mind. But if you’re caring for an aging parent or spouse, this moment may carry even more weight. The start of...
January 21 is Race Against Dementia Day
January 21st is more than just another date on the calendar. It’s Race Against Dementia (RAD) Day, and it’s an invitation for you and people around the world to take part in something powerful. Founded by Sir Jackie Stewart in honor of his wife, Lady Helen, RAD Day...
Winter Safety and Dementia: Are You on Thin Ice?
Winter can be beautiful. But if you’re caring for an aging loved one with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease, it can also be treacherous. Shorter days, colder weather, icy sidewalks, and unfamiliar seasonal routines can increase confusion, anxiety, and safety risks. If...
Why a Year-End Estate Plan Review Should Be on Your To-Do List
As the year draws to a close, many people focus on holiday preparations, tax planning, and setting goals for the new year. But there's one critical task that often gets overlooked: reviewing your estate plan. A year-end estate plan review ensures that your wishes are...
Holiday Gift Ideas for Older Relatives: Your Go-To Guide
When the holidays roll around, shopping for gifts can feel overwhelming—especially when it comes to finding just the right thing for your older loved ones. How often have you asked your grandparents or parents what they'd like, only to hear, “I don’t need anything,...
Northland Alzheimer’s Walk Exceeds Fundraising Goals
When Lifescape Elder Care Law & Estate Planning signed up to be a local sponsor of the 2025 Alzheimer's Walk in the Northland, the team had established an ambitious goal: raise $58,000 to help fight Alzheimer's disease and support families affected by this...
What to Do When You Realize That Your Parents Need Help
EDITOR'S NOTE: Lifescape is hosting a free informational webinar on this topic on Monday, December 8 at 6:30 pm Central. REGISTER Thanksgiving and the December holidays bring families together, often for the first time in months. For many adult children, the holiday...
Being Ready for the Unexpected: Lessons from Our Breast Cancer Journeys
October carries two powerful reminders about life’s unpredictability — Breast Cancer Awareness Month and National Estate Planning Awareness Week (October 20–26). Together, they speak to the same truth: life can change in an instant, and being prepared can make all the...
Top Medicare Scams During Open Enrollment
Each year during Medicare’s Annual Open Enrollment (October 7 – December 10), scammers ramp up their efforts. This is a time when many people are making changes to their plan or exploring options—and unfortunately, fraudsters try to take advantage of the confusion....
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