Nursing homes are often in the news, and the news is rarely good. When a loved one requires long-term care, it’s easy to become paralyzed with indecision. You’ve heard the horror stories. The last thing you want to do is place your loved one in a facility where they...
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Considerations for writing a will in your 40s
While no one ever wants to face the inevitability of the end of their own life, it is always best to accept this and make your wishes known. By planning your estate relatively early in life, you will be able to relax in the knowledge that whatever happens, your...
You may be healthy now, but plan in case that changes with age
As a healthy adult in the prime of your life, it's natural to assume that health will be a gift you can enjoy for the rest of your life. Very few people want to think about losing their health and independence as they age, but that does become the reality for many...
Hazards nurses and medical professionals face during patient care
Nurses and individuals who work directly with patients in a health care setting face specific dangers. It's imperative that employers take steps to help keep these workers protected from harm.When nurses suffer harm, they will sometimes try to continue working so they...
Chronic pain and a back injury: Truck drivers are at risk, too
You have enjoyed being a truck driver, but one thing you didn't expect to have happen was an injury. After all, short of a crash, you're relatively safe in your truck.Unfortunately, driving a truck comes with its own risks. Truck drivers can face risks such as:...
Even young adults need a comprehensive estate plan
Young adults sometimes feel like they are invincible, which is due in part to the low death rate in this group. It's important for them to remember that you never know when something is going to happen to you. For this reason, even young adults should ensure that they...
How drivers can prevent pedestrian accidents
Now that the weather is getting warmer, more and more pedestrians are likely to be out enjoying a walk or run the spring weather. For motorists, that means shifting gears from thinking about possible snowy and icy road conditions of a New Jersey winter, to constantly...
Hit by a semi? Here’s what you need to know
You never expected to be the person who was caught up in a dangerous crash. You always saw vehicles that were on the side of the road, left behind after a crash or people who had been in fender-benders waiting for help. You just never imagined that you'd be the person...
What are the top benefits of a living will?
The creation of a living will is nothing to take lightly, as it can give both you and your family peace of mind. Also known as an advance health care directive, this legal document allows you to clearly outline the type of medical treatment you want to receive should...
4 common injuries from rear-end automobile collisions
If you are like many of your New Jersey neighbors, you have felt the anxiety that comes from watching a vehicle rapidly approaching your braked car. Fortunately, other motorists often stop their vehicles before crashing into the back of yours. That may...