Elderly

Question: Why the elderly who are on a small pension still have to pay taxes and file taxes every year? I think its a waste of time especially if the elderly person is very close to getting back what they pay in taxes. The elderly who are on a small pension should not have to worrying with paying and filing taxes. They have paid there dues to society. The government is so greedy. There are some that I know who still pay taxes and file every year, who have small pensions. Why won't the government just stop taking taxes out of their pensions? I believe the Bible is speaking of tithes and offerings.

Answer: i agree! its awful! i used to be a tax preparer and there were so many old ladies who would come in to file taxes thinkin they were gonna get some back.. it always turned out that their tax prep fee was more than they were getting back! i always just done their taxes for free.

Question: What do elderly people like to eat at meal times? I am setting up a meals service for the elderly and would like to know what their favourite foods are. If you are elderly yourself or you have knowledge of what older people enjoy eating through your workplace or member of your family, please let me know.

Answer: mushy stuff cause most don't have teeth.

Question: What is the best elderly phone option for an active, elderly parent? I have an active, elderly parent in great health, BUT I worry about unexpected accidents & safety. I want to get a telephone unit for emergency family contact if something happened, but know nothing about them. Any suggestions and/or recommendations?

Answer: I would suggest something like Direct Link, it works thru your phone lines, but offers a tremendous sense of security. You wear a pendant around your neck and/or one on wrist. Should you come upon any type of emergency just push the button and emergency help will be sent to you. I've had Direct Link for at least 5 yrs now, since I live alone. If you hear a burgular type situation, push the button. It really allows many to live alone w/safety, and Peace of Mind. It is affordable and many areas have grants to pay for it. Good Luck.

Question: How do you get an elderly woman off the ground that has limited knee bending, etc? The easiest way to get an elderly person off the ground if they fall and they can not get up and a step/ledge of some sort is not present? This needs to be easy enough for an elderly man to do also.

Answer: The only way you're going to get them off the ground is with help. Depending on the weight of the person, roll the person over, and slip a sheet that has been rolled in half (lengthwise) under them lengthwise. Roll them back over the bump, and you now have a makeshift stretcher. With an assistant, lift the person (one at the head one at the legs). If you have a mechanical lift, that would work better (but you'd have to use the sling that comes with it). If it's a situation where an elderly couple are living together and there is no help to be had, it's time to call in the fire department.

Question: How much do the elderly typically receive in tax refunds? What does an elderly person with only social security and maybe a pension get back on their tax refund? Is it minimal? What about their health-care expenses not covered by medicare? I'm not talking elderly people like Warren Buffett, but your average retirement age person with little discretionary income. What about the permanently disabled? Anything different in terms of refund amounts from the elderly? Do the elderly and disabled even have to file taxes? Does it beehoove them to do so anyway, even if they dont have to file?

Answer: I am going to answer your questions based on a single person age 65 or older. What does an elderly person with only social security and maybe a pension get back on their tax refund? Is it minimal? If the person has only Social Security, he owes no taxes and do not have to file a tax return. If the person has a taxable pension of more than $10,450 he has to file a tax return. If his pension income plus half of the Social Security is more than $25,000, some of his Social Security is included in his tax return. These benefits are taxed and also may raise the tax rate for the individual. The taxable pensions which in turn cause tax on SS benefits cause many elderly to pay significant taxes. They usually will only get a refund of excess tax withheld. What about their health-care expenses not covered by medicare? The elderly can take the same medical deductions as others. The tax benefit is available only when the unreimbursed medical expenses exceed 7.5% of the adjusted gross income. Medicare Part B and Part D, long-term care insurance, and supplemental health insurance are all deductible expenses. What about the permanently disabled? Anything different in terms of refund amounts from the elderly? The process is basically the same for disabled receiving SS benefits. A blind person can take an additional $1,100 standard deduction. Do the elderly and disabled even have to file taxes? Yes, there is no exemption from the filing requirements for elderly or disabled. There is only a small increase in the amount of income needed to require a tax return, in the case of persons over age 65 or blind (an extra $1,100). Does it beehoove them to do so anyway, even if they dont have to file? Very low elderly or disabled my file to get a small credit for the elderly and disabled. This is a few hundred dollars and it is rare to find a taxpayer who qualifies for this credit.

Question: Who was the elderly cheerleading team that performed during the Macy's Thanksgiving parade this year? While watching the Macy's parade this Thanksgiving, I caught an incredible performance by an elderly cheerleading team whose members were all over 60 or so. I don't remember the name of the team or who they represented (a basketball team maybe?)...I just remember that each jersey number was the person's age, and that they did a great job at their synchronized dance moves. Can anyone help me out with this?

Answer: Oh, I saw them too. They were like break dancing though. Well, I just looked it up and couldn't find anything on it.

Question: What would the elderly and disabled do if the country was always run by Conservatives? If Conservatives ran everything then there would be no Medicare and no social security. The elderly had better make sure that they had insurance before they get old or sick. What do conservatives offer for this group of people other than a lecture on personal responsibilty.

Answer: There won't be any old people - they will all have died young fighting useless wars.

Question: What is this elderly condition called and caused by? I'm not making fun of this, but my wording is the best way to describe this. Why do elderly people constantly bobble their heads? The action is identical to the toy of the same name. I see this in elderly people all the time. It seems like it's pretty common. I'd guess maybe 1 in 15 elderly people are bobbleheads. *Does this condition have a name? *What causes it? *Why is it so common? *Doesn't it annoy the person to feel their head bobbling? *What happens if they don't allow their head to bobble, for example, if they wore one of those foam neck brace things?

Answer: It's neurological degeneration. It could be Parkinson's disease, which is horrible. They can't hold a cup still and have problems walking, etc. It can sometimes be helped by medication, or even brain surgery with the placement of a chip that stops the tremor. As you get older, things like vision, hearing and reflexes start to decline - that's just the way it is. The thing is, these people know it and are often very bothered by it and how it affects their quality of life.

Question: What happens when an elderly person gets a judgement? The only income they have is social security? If there only income is social security. How does the person get their judgement from an elderly person on a non secured credit card? They also have no money in the bank so that is not an option.

Answer: Social Security can only be garnished for child support, IRS, student loans or other Fed government debts. If the only money put into a bank account is Social Security, the bank account can not be garnished. The creditor could lien any real property. But not much else. Typically an elderly person on SS is pretty judgment proof. The credit really wasted time and money going to court for this judgment.

Question: Why is Obama attacking the elderly while kissing up to the illegals? The great one is trying to punish the old already while at the same time He is pushing to give to the illegals and idle masses that refuse to support themselves. The socialist world of Obama is beginning to act like the old indian tribes, putting the elderly out in the desert while feasting on the accomplishments the elderly provided. The elderly built this country but the present washington crown want to take away from them. When illegals get 600 rebates while the elderly get 250 that is gender warfare in my book.

Answer: You must remember that Pelosi is against the elderly because they do not buy her trash talk and make believe world. Liberals forget that someday they will be old and have to face the reality of their actions now. Obama is making one blunder after the other and will be just like Jimmy Carter, a one term president that will end up keeping the old belief that blacks have poor judgment alive.

Question: What everyday tasks do elderly people find difficult? Hi all, I have an assignment for which I have to design an electronic handheld device which can be used by elderly people to support them in completing everyday tasks. I don't know anyone elderly to ask so if anyone has any suggestions/knowledge about what sort of tasks elderly people find difficult, then any ideas would be much appreciated. Thanks for your time :-)

Answer: My career involves assessing what elderly and disabled people can and cannot do for themselves and hiring workers to help them around the home, so I hope I can help you! Most elderly people are arthritic and stiff, frail, have some degree of memory, hearing, and sight loss, and also have trouble balancing due to the inevitable breakdown of their systems. Therefore, they most need help with bending, reaching, carrying, lifting, and standing for long periods of time, as well as reminders for appointments and medications. I am wondering how even a made-up handheld device could possibly do all of these things for anyone?

Question: How much money can an Elderly Services Provider make? I'm planning to get a degree in Human Services and to work in helping th elderly, but I want to know how much it can pay. I need to eat too, because there aren't enough people who care enough to help others around these days. Maybe I should move to Cuba.

Answer: Hi Ruvidia Elderly Services Provider can make about $1500 to $3000 per month, depend what service you given. -- Eric http://forexsoho.com/

Question: How can I get an elderly, grumpy friend to become more socially involved? My elderly friend is withdrawing from society more and more each year. I invite him to do things in my circle and with others he enjoys, but he says he's too depressed. All he does is read. His right to privacy has become his greatest liability.

Answer: show him the movie "yes man"

Question: How do I complain about elderly housing issues? My mother lives in elderly government subsidized housing in Central IL. The owner doesn't have the walkway ramp from the apartment doors and the lot cleared of snow and ice. We heard that they don't pay the removal companies thus those companies stopped doing it. Where can I report this issue? One of the tenants shovels it because no one else will. She shouldn't be doing it because of health issues.

Answer: Report this to your mothers case worker, they will have the most power for getting this resolved quickly (if it is even required at all).

Question: How can I get a career in home help for the elderly? Well I have no experience in caring for elderly people at all but I have recently decided to follow my dream and work towards a future in caring for elderly. Only not in a nursing home but actually going to the homes of the elderly and helping. I'm 25 years old, what should my next step be? Should I go to college and what qualifications would I need? I'm struggling to find much about this online and wonder, also if you could send a link with your answer to a suitable website. Thank you in advance.

Answer: If you want to do home health care and dealing with the elderly its very simple. You can either get certified as a Nurse Aide or you can work as a companion. Now the difference between the two is that the CNA can do more such as vitals, provide cares and etc... On the other hand the companion can only do like meal preparation, light housekeeping, run errands and etc.... By being a CNA you would have a more advantage and more opportunities and it does not take that long to become certified. I've been doing this type of work for 9 years now and I love it wouldn't want to be anywhere else. If you chose to go on for your CNA than you can even look into becoming a Medication Aide where you can just administer meds and not necessarily deal with the providing cares part. Go for it I think you will like it and grow to love it just like me.

Question: How do you get your elderly parents doctors to talk to you about your parents health? My elderly mother is in the hospital but the doctors will not talk to me or my sister about what is going on with our mother. She is unable to walk and has been in the hospital off and on for over a month.

Answer: Because of privacy laws, doctors are reluctant to talk to anyone other that the patient about their health. A simple way to remedy this is to have your mother sign a wavier allowing her doctor to speak to you, or anyone else she chooses. The form can be picked up at the doctor's office.