Some of the most famous stories attributed to the ancient Greek storyteller Aesop focus on the value of hard work. From the triumphant tortoise that
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Top Ten Legal Movie Favorites
What’s your favorite legal movie? Everybody has one. Most people love a great movie, and for some reason legal movies are especially popular. There’s something
“Christmas in July” – Heidi’s Time Capsule Blog #3
Welcome back readers! I wanted to share one of my favorite family traditions – Christmas in July! It is a fun way to have a
Update on the dates and location for Pennsylvania’s Inaugural LGBTQ Aging Summit from Teresa Osborne, Secretary of the PA Department of Aging
The dates and location for Pennsylvania’s Inaugural LGBTQ Aging Summit have been confirmed. The summit will be held on October 9-10, 2018 at the Sheraton
Heidi’s Time Capsule…
Welcome back readers! Life in today’s fast paced world certainly leaves me longing for what I imagine were the simpler days of yesteryear, when kids
Medicaid Waiver Services In Pennsylvania
Most people as they age prefer to stay home, and most families would like them to stay at home as long as possible. Families in
To tax or not to tax, that is the question!
On the issue of the transfer of assets upon death, Pennsylvania answered, TAX THEM!, in the form of the Pennsylvania Inheritance Tax, which taxes assets
Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) and how Medicaid applies.
Most long-term care involves assisting with basic personal needs rather than providing medical care. The long-term care community measures personal needs by looking at whether
How to vote while in a nursing home
Although voting is the hallmark of a democracy, it isn't easy if you are in a long-term care facility. Nursing home and other long-term care
Update on World Elder Abuse Awareness Day from Teresa Osborne, Secretary of the PA Department of Aging
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day is tomorrow. Recognized annually on June 15, this day is intended to unite communities around the world in raising awareness
Update on the Formation of PA’s Alzheimer’s State Plan Task Force from Teresa Osborne, Secretary of the PA Department of Aging
On behalf of Governor Wolf, on May 23, 2018, we announced the formation of Pennsylvania’s Alzheimer’s State Plan Task Force, which was created to champion
The Young & Single Carefree Life
Some young and single individuals have the luxury of living that “carefree” lifestyle. They may have worries, but usually limited to worries about themselves. Many