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Author Archives: Colleen Ferguson (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)
“The Wolf at the Door: Undue Influence and Elder Financial Abuse” by Michael Hackard
Michael Hackard's book offers a comprehensive look at the dangers of elder financial abuse and the legal steps needed for protection
“The Wolf at the Door: Undue Influence and Elder Financial Abuse,”written by California attorney Michael Hackard, tackles a painful and dark aspect of aging — elder financial abuse. His book addresses the population of over 75 million Baby Boomers, who … Continue reading
“Most people die at 25 and aren’t buried until they’re 75.”
- Attributed to Benjamin Franklin (possibly anonymous)
The Uneasy Relationship between America’s Life Expectancy and Retirement Age
New data shows Americans are retiring later and dying sooner
There has been an unsettling trend happening in the United States. The retirement age has been steadily increasing, but the last two years have seen a dip in life expectancy for the average adult. This suggests that Baby Boomers and middle-age … Continue reading
The Burning Ghats in Varanasi, India
Death in Varanasi is on public display on the Burning Ghats
Varanasi is located in the state of Uttar Pradesh, India, and is known as the epicenter of death for Hindus. The city, and its famous burning ghats, are located directly along the shores of The Ganges, a 1,500-mile long river … Continue reading
Death with Dignity: Lack of Access Biggest Issue
Refusal to participate leaves patients without access to end-of-life options
Twenty years ago, the state of Oregon implemented the nation’s first Death with Dignity Act. This state legislation provided a physician-prescribed, end of life option for terminally ill individuals. In the 20 years following, five other states and the District of … Continue reading
