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The Senate Aging Committee Calls on the VA to Protect Veterans from Scams

Sep 18, 2020 | Veterans

Elder abuse scams are everywhere, but they are reaching a new level of sophistication in targeting their potential victims. Forbes is reporting about the problem that unscrupulous scam artists are contacting veterans and service members pretending to collect money to...

How to Plan for Blended Families

Sep 11, 2020 | Estate Planning

Couples often bring children into a marriage from a prior marriage or union and then have children together is known as blended families. Blended families highlight the need for careful estate planning to make sure the needs of each spouse are met, as well as the...

COVID-19 pandemic Causes Rise in Loneliness for Seniors

Sep 4, 2020 | Elder Law

People struggling with loneliness tend to live shorter lives because being lonely increases the risk of heart disease, hypertension, depression, obesity, digestive problems, sleep problems, anxiety, dementia, and other health conditions. Rightathome.net cites there is...

The Power of a Will : More Than Just Asset Transfers

Aug 28, 2020 | Estate Planning, Wills

Do you have a Last Will & Testament prepared? Care.com’s annual estate planning survey for 2019 found that 57% of U.S. adults do not have a Last Will & Testament (a “Will”). The survey found that participants were more likely or less likely to have a Will...

Understanding the Hybrid Policy: Long-Term Care Insurance 2.0

Aug 21, 2020 | Elder Law, Long-Term Care Planning, Medicaid Planning

The cost of nursing-home care for a seriously ill or injured person is extremely high.You might also know that Medicare would cover only a minimal amount of those costs. Private insurance doesn’t seem like a good bet either, if you’ve heard horror stories about...

More Telehealth Services Are Being Covered by Medicare

Aug 14, 2020 | Uncategorized

In response to the COVID-19 outbreak, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) recently announced that it has increased access to Medicare telehealth services. This means that Medicare beneficiaries can receive more benefits from their doctors without...

VA Pension Qualifications for Wartime Veterans Without a Disability

Aug 7, 2020 | Uncategorized, VA Pension Planning, Veterans

It can be common for a veteran to miss out on life-changing aid as the US Military benefits change frequently. Many wartime veterans receive a disability pension due to injury. But did you know that wartime veterans age 65 or more may qualify for a VA Pension without...

Are You Planning for the Unexpected?

Jul 31, 2020 | Estate Planning, Medical Power of Attorney

The recent pandemic has left many unprepared and confused as coronavirus put many at risk. There are numerous reports of shortages of antibacterial hand sanitizer, disinfecting wipes, and even toilet paper. While we can’t predict when something like COVID-19 might...

Top Trends for Senior Living in 2020

Jul 24, 2020 | Caregiving

The new year has started with many big changes but the latest senior living trends are here! Health Dimensions Group (HDG ) has released its list for 2020 entitled "Top Trends in Aging Services: Preparing for Historic Changes." As the silver tsunami of baby boomers...

The Power of a Personal Property Memorandum with Your Will or Trust

Jul 17, 2020 | Trusts, Wills

What can a personal property memorandum do for your estate plan? Family members often end up arguing over mom or dad’s favorite items when that parent dies. Arguments can take place over things like a coffee mug, a piece of jewelry or a painting. These types of...