With Your Family in Mind

Dementia in the elderly population is an epidemic.  Dementia is not actually a specified disease.  Rather, dementia describes a progressive decline in memory and thinking skills, and is identified through a variety of symptoms.  Alzheimer’s disease accounts for 60 to 80 percent of dementia...

 When couples make the decision to legally separate or dissolve their marriage, they have more options than to just muddle through it on their own or retain attorneys and go to battle.  Discovering what those alternatives are is part of the education process we offer couples as they embark on...

 When the aforementioned billboard came out people went crazy. Like any good marketing campaign it was successful in sparking controversy and conversation. At the heart of the matter was the underlying truth of the statement itself. But the message, some may say even of hope, was shortly...

 Lawyers are different.  None of us are the same.  I was listening to a continuing legal education CD in my car recently and the advice the lawyer was giving was that if a lawyer has a “difficult” client that doesn’t want to listen, sometimes the best thing to do is to bring another lawyer in...

Many of us share a common New Year’s tradition to set wellness goals for improved health.  Below are some successful strategies for change. How to Successfully Make Changes If you want to make changes, the first step is to set a realistic goal.  Your goal must be important enough to motivate...

 Have you ever thought of becoming a foster parent or wanted to adopt a child in need of permanency? Koinonia Family Services is now serving the Santa Clarita and San Fernando Valleys, and is looking for families who want to provide safe, caring, and nurturing homes for children who are in need...

More than one in 10 teens who have been on a date have also been physically abused by a boyfriend or girlfriend in the last year. Teen Dating Violence Awareness is a national effort to raise awareness and protect teens from violence. You can make a difference: Encourage schools, community-based...

 It’s New Year’s resolutions time, an ideal opportunity to get our legal and financial houses in order. Here are some resolutions we can all accomplish: 1. Organization: • Label and store all closed bank and financial accounts. • Place an up-to-date summary of your family’s assets and debts in...

 According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), the leading causes of death for adults age 65 and over are heart disease, cancer and chronic lower respiratory disease. To minimize the risk of these conditions occurring and increase the odds of a longer, healthier life, seniors should...

 With a growing number of seniors and older adults adapting the latest technological gadgets, we wanted to share three apps, available for both Apple and Android devices, which can greatly boost multiple areas of senior health! 1. WebMD This free medical app quickly helps seniors locate the...

 Those who are new to the role of caregiving may be wondering how they can survive the holidays.  They may be unsure of how to handle the increased demands that come during this time of the year. While caring for a loved one can pose challenges during the holiday season, knowing what to expect...

Believe it or not, the holidays are here again and we are all faced with the challenge of finding the “perfect gift” for our parents and grandparents.  As we wander the malls, we all stop and wonder what are our options besides ties, slippers and gift certificates.  Be assured that there are...

“Koinonia” (Koy-no-nee’-ah) is a Greek word which means “fellowship.” It carries with it the meaning of a committed, trustworthy and dependable relationship. It is this “koinonia” relationship that has made the difference in the lives of thousands of foster children. Koinonia Family Services...

 Bitter are the tears of a child: Sweeten them. Deep are the thoughts of a child: Quiet them. Sharp is the grief of a child: Take it from him. Soft is the heart of a child: Do not harden it. –Pamela Glenconner Does divorce traumatize children?  The answer depends on two factors:  the child’s...

 The Silver Tsunami is here! Between 2000 and 2050, the proportion of the world’s population over 60 years will double from about 11 percent to 22 percent. The absolute number of people aged 60 years and over is expected to increase from 605 million to 2 billion over the same period. The number...

  [bsa_pro_ad_space id=3] ABOUT THE MAGAZINE The Magazine of Santa Clarita has set a high standard for excellence in advertising for over 25 years. A family owned and operated business, The Magazine of Santa Clarita has grown with the Santa Clarita Valley since 1989 and become the #1 place to...

 Why does probate take so long? Let’s follow the time line of a typical probate: After the decedent’s death, as soon as the identities and addresses of all the beneficiaries and heirs can be determined, a Petition for Probate is prepared and filed. Six to eight weeks later, after allowing time...

 In the recent economic downturn, many homes lost considerable value and stock portfolios gyrated.  If this is the case for you, then you should consider reviewing your estate plan. If your will or trust divides your estate into percentages for beneficiaries, then changes in value won’t affect...