Elder Law
Annuities for Married Couples
Many Medicaid applicants are denied coverage for long-term care because they have too much money or too many assets…
Keeping Seniors Connected
Loneliness is feeling sad about a lack of human connections and interactions. While social isolation may make most people feel lonely, loneliness is not the same as being alone….
Comparing Elder Law and Estate Planning
Even though these two types of law are for different stages in life, they are often handled at the same time. …
Obtaining Guardianship for an Elderly Parent
If your parent did not prepare for this eventuality of requiring legally recognized help, you would not be allowed to create these documents once they are already mentally impaired….
The Aspects of Life Care Planning
While some overlap exists between the two, learning and implementing strategies from both law practice types is crucial to prepare for successful aging and preserve a family legacy. …
What You Need to Know About Medical Advance Directives
There is no one who wants to think they may be incapacitated by illness or trauma. Every day, people face this problem….
A Spouse’s Right to Protection Against Poverty
It was 30 years ago when Congress enacted safeguards to protect the savings of married couples who use Medicaid. These protections prevent…
Don’t Wait to Plan for an Emergency
Your mother might say that, wouldn’t she? When was the last time that you wished you had listened to your mother? Nobody…
The Problem of Affording Long-Term Care
In a study, the US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has found that almost 75% of Americans who retire will…
The Medicaid Program: Looking Back Without Penalties
Planning for long-term care is important because nearly everyone will require it at some point in their lives. While we cannot predict…