The Baby Boomer Generation, caring for elderly parents, can enjoy this piece of good news. Via one of my favorite resources, Seniors For Living, I was very encouraged to read the headline that "this new 'CLASS Act' may relieve financial burdens for caregivers." Referring to the just signed Affordable Care Act, Joe LaGuardia explains that "the benefit, which is tucked in this rotund, controversial legislation, is called the CLASS Act. The CLASS Act will establish a voluntary long-term insurance policy that pays cash stipends to people who become disabled or require long-term, in-home care." It's a very interesting and informative article and particularly useful for those caring for elderly parents. You can read the entire article at Caregiver Spirituality. Do check it out.
An interesting news video that came out earlier this year links Ibuprofen and Parkinson's Disease symptoms in a positive way. Early tests seem to indicate it can help ward it off. The video explains the details and the cautions about this intriguing possibility:
Definitely some interesting and useful news and information for all of us in the Baby Boomers Generation caring for our beloved seniors! Until next time…
