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   Look no further for helpful information on how to manage the range of legal and financial issues that affect you and your elders. Keep abreast of changes in tax regulations as well as techniques to effectively confront estate planning.

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  "Coping With Alzheimer's Disease:" ElderCare Online's own 20-page handbook covering the details of Alzheimer's Disease, including stage-by-stage information on what to expect and how to cope. $6.95 in our online store. Learn More or Buy it Now...

  "Talking With Your Doctor:" ElderCare Online's guide to improving your relationship with doctors and healthcare providers. Learn how to make the most of your limited face time. $6.95 in our online store. Learn More or Buy It Now...

---Knowledge-----

  Credit and Debt Library
        Twenty four practical articles to help understand the role of credit and debt, and offer ways to reduce debt and improve credit scores NEW

  Personal Finance Library
        Twenty detailed articles covering the basics of personal finance, home economics and budgeting NEW

  ElderLaw
        ElderLaw Basics
        Personal Affairs Checklist
        Consumer Protection: Signing Contracts
        Elder Abuse: Definitions and Resources for Caregivers

  Tax Matters
        Taxpayer Help and Education 2000
        Taxpayer Help and Education 1999
        Taxpayer Help and Education 1998

  Financial Management
        Financial Caregiving
        Reverse Mortgages for Seniors
        Talking With Aging Parents About Finances NEW
        Tips on... Saving Money on Prescription Drugs NEW
        New Programs for Reducing Drug Costs
        Stretch Your Eldercare Dollars NEW
        Tips on... Choosing a Financial Planner
        Qualifying for Supplemental Security Income
        Too Good to Be True? Preventing Health Fraud and Scams

  Estate Planning
        Estate Planning: The Basics NEW
        Talking About End-of-Life Issues NEW
        The Do's and Don'ts of Communicating With Aging Parents
        Life Insurance Trusts

  Casey's Top Picks on the WWW
         Martindale-Hubbel Legal Directory -- Find an elder lawyer
         Crash Course in Wills and Trusts -- Estate planning info.
         American Bar Association -- Senior Lawyers Division
         LawGuru.com -- Legal research and law firms

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ElderCare Bookstore -- Hundreds of caregiving books, interviews, reviews, transcripts, and excerpts. Browse Now...

  Caregiver Education Series -- Booklets and workbooks to help you manage medical appointments and master the knowledge required for caregiving. Browse Now...

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---Community----

  Chat Guide -- A full schedule of real-time chat with other caregivers, professionals and guest moderators.

  The ElderCare Forum UPDATED! -- Post questions, give answers, or share your experiences and tips and receive e-mail responses with our state-of-the-art message board.

The Caregiver Support Network Provides a comprehensive directory of eldercare support groups on the Internet and a team of caregivers who can help you get through the tough times.

  Caregiver HomePages -- Visit websites maintained by other caregivers,  read their online journals and learn tips.

---Solution Sets-----

Long-Term Care Insurance Analyzer -- Understand the ins and outs of buying long-term care insurance, including a free e-book and quote from a licensed professional. UPDATES WITH FREE QUOTE AND E-BOOK

  Neighborhood Network -- Find government services, aging resources and local assistance programs in the USA.

  Teen Resource Center Provides articles, resources and interactive features for teens who are living with a loved one with Alzheimer's Disease or other condition.

Medical Research Assistant -- Find authoritative resources and information for medical conditions and treatments.

 Nursing Home Quality Advisor -- Find certified nursing homes and improve quality of life while there.

Medicare Health Plan Analyzer -- Collect and compare information on different health plan options.

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