By Dale E. Hunt, DDS; Wood Creek Dental Among the many health concerns facing seniors and retirees, there are unique… Read more »
Tag: Upstate
Don’t Fall for the Grandparent Scam
It’s very important to report scams, especially if you were a victim, but even if you just received a phone call and didn’t fall for it.
Using Trusts for Long Term Care Planning
by Michael B. Bridges, Attorney, Dobson, Jones, Ball, Phillips and Bridges Since the Deficit Reduction Act of 2005, trusts have… Read more »
Seniors: Lookout for Common Scams
by Vee Daniel, CEO/President Better Business Bureau of the Upstate June 15th is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day. Better Business… Read more »
Aging in Place
Aging in Place: Prepping your Home for Living Regardless of Age, Income or Ability Level by Vee Daniel, CEO/President, Better… Read more »
Recent Research Findings Prove Link Between Hearing Loss and Dementia
Several recent studies reveal a clear link between hearing loss and dementia. Thankfully additional research has shown that diseases like Alzheimer’s…
Perseverance: the Muscle That Needs a Daily Workout
The Free Dictionary defines perseverance as the quality that allows someone to continue trying to do something even though it is difficult. Patience is the quality of toleration.
VA Benefits for Long Term Care
The Department of Veterans Affairs provides tax-free monetary benefits to eligible veterans and widow(er)s of veterans who are spending money on “medical or nursing services…
Seniors continuously in the crosshairs of Scammers
by Vee Daniel, President/CEO of Better Business Bureau of the Upstate Telemarketing scams, “anti-aging” product scams, prescription drug scams, health… Read more »
10 Tips to Avoid Phishing Scams
submitted by: Maryanne P. Dailey, M.A. NCDRC Certified Mediator, Senior Vice President Better Bureau of Southern Piedmont and Western… Read more »


