June 2016 Blog Posts (3)

A New Jersey friend of mine (I’ll call her Eileen), was in the market for long-term care insurance. I say “was” because the process of shopping for it turned her stone cold, and now she’s on hold.

After hours of research, “I couldn’t find anything to buy, no actual policies,” she complained, “nothing but general reviews and comparisons. No real details.”

“It was maddening!” she continued. “I buy lots of stuff and can always find…

A cancer diagnosis is life changing, not only for the patient, but for their entire family and loved ones.  Cancer involves abnormal cellular growth that can manifest as a tumor which can spread throughout the body.  Cancer can affect many parts of the body and while genetics may play a role in those at risk, the disease is largely considered environmental.  There are two types of tumors-benign and malignant.  The former is not cancerous and not at risk of spreading.  These once removed…

Making the time for trips with elderly family members can be a great and rewarding experience.  If you are visiting family out of town or a vacation destination, there are steps you can take to ensure the best experience for you and your loved ones. 

Jet lag, or time zone change syndrome, is the fatigue and irritability one may encounter as a result of traveling across time zones.  There is a disruption in the body’s circadian rhythm that can manifest into bothersome symptoms while we…