April is Parkinson’s Awareness Month, a 30-day event established by the Parkinson’s Disease Foundation in an effort promote awareness, understanding and community involvement regarding Parkinson’s disease. Participants are encouraged to get involved, making sure their community is equipped with the latest information regarding research, treatment and the daily struggle of families who have been affected […]

Over the past few decades, education and understanding regarding autism and the unique responsibilities of families caring for an autistic loved one has increased exponentially thanks in part to events like Autism Awareness Month. Now in its 50th year, the Autism Society established April as National Autism Awareness Month over 25 years ago in an

Very few people want to even think about end-of-life planning, much less actually begin the process. However, the simple answer to “when to begin” is now. This is true for a few reasons: anything can happen when you aren’t ready for it, beginning the discussion now while everyone is of sound mind and body makes

It’s a good question, especially because the term “elder law” leads someone to believe that an attorney who specializes in this field deals only with senior citizens. Not true. An elder law attorney understands that there are many issues that impact our lives as we age; those issues can have complex legal concerns. An elder law attorney

Choosing a senior care option can be a daunting and difficult decision. People now live longer than ever before, more and more seniors find themselves in need of care in their later years. Sometimes, the onset of physical disabilities or conditions like Alzheimer’s disease make it difficult or impossible for family members to meet these

The United States government has a number of benefit programs and policies in place to support the men and women who have served their country. However, even if you have applied for the popular Veteran’s Benefits programs, long-term care costs can add up quickly. The Veterans Administration has a vastly underused program that provides assistance to veterans

Bratton Law Group Elder Law attorney Chris Bratton to join Haddonfield United Methodist Church for their upcoming Alzheimer’s Symposium: Date: Sept. 20th 10:00am-3:00PM Location: Haddonfield United Methodist Church Cost: Free Description: Free Symposium with the area’s leading expert on Alzheimer’s treatment, Dr. Joel Ross from the Memory Enhancement Center of New Jersey and a panel

If you’re caring for an aging loved one, the thought of putting them in a nursing home facility may make you cringe. It can be painful to see your relative go through afflictions like Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia, but indulging your feelings may not be the best course of action for your family member.

The Internet is a free-for-all of information, entertainment and access to immediate communication with friends and loved ones. Seniors who find themselves alone more than desired or who can’t get around like they used to are turning to the ‘Net for companionship and access to shopping. However, it’s important to make sure that your identity