Author Archives: Luke Brown

About Luke Brown

Luke Brown is a retired attorney, a husband, a father, and the owner of many pets. While practicing law, Luke represented policyholders in claims against their own insurers. He also represented insurers and others in matters before the Florida Department of Insurance. Prior to that, he was Senior Attorney for the Florida Department of Insurance. Later, Luke taught insurance law at Florida State University's Law School and in the College of Business. He has also written a treatise on Florida insurance law, edited the insurance topic of a legal encyclopedia, and served as a consultant on insurance for a major international information provider.

Speech Changes in Older Adults

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Did you know that your voice and manner of speaking may change with age? As we age, the reality is that our voices change. Some people also experience changes in their ability to speak and communicate. These changes can make some feel like they are losing their edge, or worse, losing control over an important […]

4 Common Causes of Age-Related Hearing Loss

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Hearing changes are normal with advancing age. I’ll admit to having a hearing issue (or “loss”) myself, although it is a result of a past major surgery. I prefer to call it “an issue” or “a loss” rather than a disability; there is something more uplifting and correctable about having “as issue” or “a loss.” […]

What Is Long-Term Care and Who Might Need It?

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Long-term care is a range of services and supports that are available when a person needs help with their day-to-day personal care. For the most part, it is not medical care, but instead, it pertains to assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs). ADLs are frequently defined as including: Bathing Dressing Using the toilet Transferring […]

Preparing for Role-Reversals as Family Members Age

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Aspects of the normal aging process have effects on the dynamics of family relationships. “Family” can be a spouse, children, grandchildren, and members of an even more extended family. The aging process can also affect the dynamics of relationships with friends and colleagues. The changes in the relationships can be even more profound when an […]

What is HIPPA and How Is It Related to Your Health Care?

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HIPPA is an acronym for a broad body of federal law, the full name of which is the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act, passed in 1996.   The Act establishes national standards to protect your health care as well as the privacy of your health information. The federal law applies in all states. Some instances of […]