Stephanie Miles

Caring.com senior editor

About

Stephanie Miles, Senior Editor of the Finance channel, is a former business journalist for the online Wall Street Journal and CNET Networks. She focuses on consumer issues including finance and personal technology, as well as consumer marketing and advertising. Stephanie's father died following a sudden stroke in 2005, so she is intimately familiar with the emotional and financial issues that are faced by adult children following the death or catastrophic illness of a parent.

Recently Published on Caring.com

  1. Tuesday February 02, 2010

    1. 5 Most Important Financial Questions to Ask Your Parent

      Article - You won't know what kind of shape your parent's finances are in until you ask. Money is always a sticky topic, so come to the discussion prepared to cover the most important issue. 7 Comments

  2. Friday January 29, 2010

    1. 7 Things to Look for When Choosing a Financial Planner for Your Parents

      Article - Choosing a financial planner is important. Here are 7 things to look for when searching for a smart financial planner.

  3. Wednesday January 27, 2010

    1. 8 Warning Signs an Older Adult's Finances Are Off Track

      Article - What are warning signs that parents are losing control of their finances? One sign that they're losing control of their finances is mail piling up. 8 Comments

  4. Monday January 04, 2010

    1. A Buyer's Guide to Reverse Mortgages

      Buying Guide - Read our free reverse mortgage guide to help you understand how reverse mortgages work and what to look for in a reverse mortgage at Caring.com.

  5. Tuesday December 29, 2009

    1. How can I get paid for caregiving?

      Answer - My mom has advanced breast cancer. Can I get paid to be her caregiver?

    2. Are there programs that can help with the cost of in-home care?

      Answer - Are there programs that can help with the cost of in-home care?

    3. How can I find financial aid to care for my mother in her home?

      Answer - I gave up my job to care for my widowed mother after my father died. Is there any financial aid to help?

    4. Where can I find financial assistance for assisted living costs?

      Answer - Will Medicare or Medicaid pay for my mother's assisted living facilities?

  6. Thursday October 29, 2009

    1. 10 Things You Should Know About Your Parents' Finances

      Checklist - Knowing about your elderly parents finances can help with future management. Review these 10 important elderly parent finance questions. 11 Comments

  7. Tuesday June 09, 2009

    1. 8 Questions to Ask the Lender Before Getting a Reverse Mortgage

      Checklist - 8 key questions to ask a lender before signing a reverse mortgage agreement. Read our free checklist to be better prepared for reverse mortgage. 2 Comments

  8. Friday May 08, 2009

    1. How Medicare Works

      Article - How does Medicare work? What is Medicare? Who qualifies for Medicare? What does Medicare cover? 16 Comments

    2. How Do Reverse Mortgages Work?

      Article - Reverse Mortgage: A Beginner's Guide. A free informative guide on reverse mortgages. 5 Comments

    3. What Is Long-term Care Insurance?

      Article - Long Term Care Insurance is one of the best ways to minimize expenses as you care for an aging parent or other family member. 10 Comments

  9. Wednesday May 06, 2009

    1. How to Protect Older Family Members From Fraud

      Article - Common financial scams that target the elderly -- and how you can help your family avoid them. 4 Comments

  10. Thursday April 30, 2009

    1. 5 Most Important Financial Questions to Ask Your Parent

      Checklist - You won't know what kind of shape your parent's finances are in until you ask. Money is always a sticky topic, so come to the discussion prepared to cover the most important issues: 10 Comments

  11. Saturday November 01, 2008

    1. Social Security Increase: Will It Be Enough for Your Parent?

      Blog Post - The government announced the 2009 Cost of Living Adjustment for Social Security recipients, and said that it will raise benefits by 5.8 percent. But people are facing many double digit increases in the cost of living. 2 Comments

  12. Friday October 24, 2008

    1. Tough Financial Times Bring Out the Scams

      Blog Post - Scammers are taking advantage of the financial crisis, and consumer advocates are warning seniors to be careful of new cons designed to exploit people's fears about the economy.

  13. Friday October 17, 2008

    1. Beware: Scammers Are Targeting Grandparents

      Blog Post - The so-called Grandparent Scam has victimized hundreds of seniors. The Better Business Bureau advises verifying the identity of any callers before wiring cash. 3 Comments

  14. Friday October 10, 2008

    1. Look Online for Hundreds of Ways to Save Money

      Blog Post - As the financial crisis shows no signs of slowing down, here are ways to save money and free up cash. 1 Comment

  15. Friday October 03, 2008

    1. When Money Is Tight, More People Cut Back on Healthcare

      Blog Post - During these rocky economic times, an increasing number of people are saving money by cutting back on spiraling health care costs.

  16. Friday September 26, 2008

    1. What the Financial Meltdown Means for You and Your Family

      Blog Post - In light of the market meltdown of the past few weeks, it does make sense to reevaluate your financial situation and investment strategies. 1 Comment

  17. Friday September 19, 2008

    1. Medicare Hotline Leaves Callers Cold

      Blog Post - Medicare patients looking for help with the government health insurance program are told to first call 1-800-Medicare for help. But that may be the last place they should turn. 1 Comment

  18. Friday September 12, 2008

    1. Keeping Your Parents Safe From Scammers

      Blog Post - Senior citizens are attractive targets for scammers, according to a new report, but there are some simple and easy things you can do to help keep your parent from being victimized. 1 Comment

  19. Friday September 05, 2008

    1. Tough Times Can Turn Seniors into Bargain Hunters

      Blog Post - The tough economy is forcing more seniors than ever into bankruptcy, and leading many older people to find bargains available only to them. 2 Comments

  20. Friday August 29, 2008

    1. Millions Falling Into the Doughnut Hole

      Blog Post - Medicare Part D has a coverage gap, the doughnut hole, that forces millions of people to give up taking needed medications, according to a new Kaiser Family Foundation study.