March 23, 2023
For most aging adults, there really is no place like home. Surveys done by AAPR consistently find that nearly 80% of those 50 and older prefer to age in place rather than move in with relatives or into senior communities. The aging-in-place movement can help you stay safe and comfortable in your home as you
Read More : 35 – Aging in Place»September 22, 2022
Physicians are at the center of your healthcare experiences. They set up diagnostic procedures, devise treatment plans, guide you through care decisions, prescribe medications, authorize hospital admissions, refer to other physicians and other providers…and much more. In this episode, we talk about how to find good doctors and the best medical facilities near you, how
Read More : 22 – How to Find a Top Doc»May 19, 2022
Grieving for a loved one is acutely difficult just after the loss, and it’s not a time when you want to sit across the desk from a salesperson in a high-pressure, time-sensitive situation. You’re vulnerable to making hasty, costly decisions that might not make sense if you’d just had a little more time. Funeral homes
Read More : 16 – Dealing with Death: Planning and Paying for a Funeral»March 24, 2022
Just like humans, pets get hurt or sick and need routine healthcare. While most vets get high marks for competency and caring, Checkbook’s undercover shoppers found huge differences in prices for the same procedures. In this episode we share tips to help you choose—and deal with—a veterinarian who will provide the care, service, and reasonable
Read More : 12 – How to Find the Best Vet for Your Pets»December 30, 2021
No one looks forward to going to the dentist, but oral hygiene is an important part of your overall healthcare. Most dentists do a good job, but some are better than others at making their clients feel comfortable. Price may also be a consideration. Checkbook’s undercover shoppers found astounding price differences from practice to practice
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