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Elder Abuse Increase During Coronavirus

Apr 16, 2021 | Elder Law, Wills

Elder abuse manifests itself in many different ways and may present itself in older adults' lives concurrently. Sadly, elder abuse events are significantly underreported. The National Council on Aging reports that estimates range as high as five million older adults...

CMS and CDC Lift Visitation Restrictions

Apr 9, 2021 | Elder Law

Both the CDC, Center of Disease Control, and CMS, Centers for Medicare and Medicaid, agreed to permit the ease of visitation guideline restrictions in nursing homes. According to McKnight's Long-Term Care News, a statement by CMS further provides, "Facilities should...

Seniors in the US are Struggling to Make Ends Meet

Apr 2, 2021 | Elder Law, Social Security

It is nothing short of a national tragedy; 45 percent of aging Americans are not making it financially to meet their most basic needs. Many of these older adults must routinely shuffle their available resources in an attempt to keep quality health care, a roof over...

Do You Qualify for VA Disability Compensation?

Mar 26, 2021 | VA Compensation

If you served in the military and were injured or became seriously, you may be eligible for VA disability compensation. In 2021, eligible veterans can receive up to $3,731 per month tax-free, depending on the level of disability and number of dependents. According to...

Why Having a Living Will is Important

Mar 19, 2021 | Estate Planning

A living will is an essential document that lays out your preferences for life-sustaining medical treatment. It is often accompanied by a health-care proxy or power of attorney, which allows someone to make treatment decisions for you if you are incapacitated and the...

Senior Living After A Dementia Diagnosis

Mar 12, 2021 | Caregiving

Many seniors who are diagnosed with dementia are not prepared for the care they will need in the future. Once this type of diagnosis is received, preparing for the future can no longer be avoided. If you or someone you love has received a dementia diagnosis, begin...

How are Medicare and Medicaid Different?

Mar 5, 2021 | Medicaid Planning

Many people who work within healthcare may recognize the acronym LASA, which stands for “look-alike-sound-alike” and is usually seen when referencing medications. When it comes to federal programs, Medicaid and Medicare, in written form, look alike and they do sound...

A Handful of Facts to Know About Dementia Caregiving

Feb 26, 2021 | Caregiving

Dementia in the American Population, in particular, the prevalence of Alzheimer's Disease, is creating difficult caregiving experiences for the family members who are primarily responsible for providing care. Even though you understand your loved one's dementia...

Bad Reasons People Use to Keep Putting Off Estate Planning

Feb 19, 2021 | Uncategorized

My family and I don’t own much. Can’t we put off planning until we can afford it? You shouldn’t. It is crucial to give legal authority to a person of your choice to care for your children if anything should happen to you. You don’t want your children to become wards...

Make Sure Your Financial Information Is In Order

Feb 12, 2021 | Estate Planning

Preparing and organizing your financial information for when you are no longer capable will bring peace of mind to you today and relieve your loved ones' burden in the future. It will ensure proper management of your financial situation and afford control over your...