Mahlon Moore | Sep 29, 2022 | Column, Sept - Oct 2022
There are always two sides of the same coin. Social media has made it possible for everyone to stay more connected over the years and across the miles. It’s reconnected old friends and kept families close. Unfortunately, it’s also given scammers the ability to become more sophisticated and creative.
Rosa Barker, Generations Magazine | Sep 1, 2022 | Cover Story, Sept - Oct 2022
A common thread runs through a tapestry of three stories in the September-October 2022 issue of GENERATIONS MAGAZINE. Having experienced the caregiving role themselves, Savina Makalena, Gary Simon and Gary Powell all saw the need to support individual caregivers and the various entities involved in providing that support. And seeing that need, they all decided to help fulfill it, each in their own way.
Debra Lordan, GM Senior Editor | Sep 1, 2022 | Living Life, Sept - Oct 2022
It’s not your ordinary book club. This all-women book club has a long history, having begun around 1980, says Ginny Meade, who joined in mid-’81. “It’s an amazing group of women from all walks of life. It all started because of our love of books and reading.”
Stephen B. Yim, Attorney at Law | Sep 1, 2022 | Sept - Oct 2022, Wisdoms
Continuing from my last article, I believe that clients really want the estate planning attorney to help them meet their needs so that they can reduce their fear, anxiety and anticipatory grief in light of their knowledge of their inevitable death.
Mahlon Moore | Sep 1, 2022 | Senior News, Sept - Oct 2022
You probably know someone with Alzheimer’s, the most common type of dementia that’s currently affecting some 5.8 million Americans and growing so rapidly that as many as 14 million may be affected by 2060.
Debra Lordan, GM Senior Editor | Sep 1, 2022 | Living Life, Sept - Oct 2022
Kīhei resident Franny Durham unknowingly serves as an inspiration to those around her through her indomitable spirit, positive attitude and boundless energy. When asked about her secret to her physical health and spiritual well-being, she replied, “Moderation is the key.”
Kumi Macdonald, Executive Director, NAMI Hawaii | Sep 1, 2022 | Programs & Services, Sept - Oct 2022
One in five people are affected by mental health conditions each year. Since the pandemic, that number has been on the rise. NAMI Hawaii, the National Alliance on Mental Illness, is the state organization that supports our community’s mental health and gives them hope.
State of Hawaii Office of Elections | Sep 1, 2022 | Senior News, Sept - Oct 2022
Ahead of the 2022 General Election on Nov. 8, the Hawai‘i Office of Elections has a few key reminders for Hawai‘i’s kūpuna voters.
Michael W. K. Yee, Financial Advisor and Certified Financial Planner | Sep 1, 2022 | Sept - Oct 2022, Wisdoms
During times of market volatility like we’ve seen since the start of 2022, it’s natural to feel a bit skittish about the stock market. It’s a potent reminder that there are risks to stock ownership. Individual stocks are not guaranteed to grow and may lose value. The good news is that the stock market has historically delivered a higher rate of return than other forms of investment in the same timeframe.
Society of Certified Senior Advisors | Sep 1, 2022 | Giving Care, Sept - Oct 2022
Finding the right place for Mom or Dad is both an art and a science. You have to do your research and trust your gut. Assisted living facilities are widely available to help take care of older adults who need help with bathing, dressing or other daily activities. When that is no longer enough, a nursing home can provide 24/7 healthcare. Either way, it is important to research facilities to determine which one seems to give the best care.
Reverse Mortgage Funding LLC | Sep 1, 2022 | Sept - Oct 2022, Wisdoms
Thanks to ongoing advances in medical care, people are living longer than ever before. But that longevity comes with a cost. According to the US Department of Health and Human Services, roughly 70 percent of Americans over age 65 will require some type of long-term care services in their lives — costing potentially hundreds of thousands of dollars.
Kahala Howser, Wellness and Events Manager, Hawai‘i Dental Service | Sep 1, 2022 | Health, Sept - Oct 2022
If you’re watching your sugar intake, but need to satisfy a sweet tooth, using a sugar substitute can be less harmful to your teeth and body. Here’s a breakdown of substitutes and how they can affect your oral and overall health.
Scott A. Makuakane, Counselor at Law, Est8Planning Counsel LLLC | Sep 1, 2022 | Sept - Oct 2022, Wisdoms
A trust is created when a person transfers “stuff” to a trustee with the understanding that the trustee will manage it for the benefit of one or more beneficiaries. “Stuff” includes any kind of property you can own: real property, such as land and buildings (including timeshares) and personal property, such as bank accounts, stocks and bonds, and personal effects.
Eileen Phillips, RN, Attention Plus Care | Sep 1, 2022 | Giving Care, Sept - Oct 2022
How do family members prepare for the day their senior needs more help — the kind of help that requires loved ones to re-prioritize their lives? If only there were a date set aside for this change in everyone’s life. Planning on change at this level has never been easy because a plan may not be in place. A sudden fall or illness could change everything and it could happen anytime.
Robin Reisinger, Insurance Agent | Sep 1, 2022 | Programs & Services, Sept - Oct 2022
A recent study concluded that beneficiaries enrolled in Medicare Advantage Prescription Drug plans spend almost $2,000 less per year on their healthcare costs when compared to those with Original Medicare (Parts A and B) and a stand-alone Medicare Prescription Drug plan (Part D).
Jane Burigsay, Social Security Public Affairs Specialist in Hawai‘i | Sep 1, 2022 | Programs & Services, Sept - Oct 2022
The best way to guard your Social Security card is to keep it in a safe place and share it only when required. In fact, in most cases, just knowing the Social Security number should be enough.
Martha Khlopin, Host of "A Medicare Moment with Martha Radio Show" | Sep 1, 2022 | Programs & Services, Sept - Oct 2022
You know what that means! For millions of Medicare beneficiaries with a Medicare Advantage prescription drug or stand-alone Part D prescription drug plan, Oct. 15 to Dec. 7 is the annual open enrollment period.