What Do I Need besides a Durable Power of Attorney for Healthcare?

September 5, 2020
Bill O’Leary, Esq.
Asset Protection, Elder Care, Elder Law, Estate Planning, Power of Attorney, Probate and Estate/Trust Administration

A power of attorney (POA) is a powerful thing. A financial power of attorney document allows an appointed person to make financial, legal and property decisions on another individual’s behalf.

Visiting Grandma at the Nursing Home

August 21, 2020
Bill O’Leary, Esq.
Elder Care, Elder Law, Elder Law Attorney, Estate Planning, Nursing Home

As nursing homes in many states start to emerge from a four-month lockdown, residents and their loved ones are desperate for in-person visits. The federal government has issued guidelines for reopening nursing homes to visitors, and more than half of the states have authorized limited visitation.

Where are the Worst Nursing Homes in America?

The nursing homes with a history of providing subpar care previously hadn't been identified for a government list.

Does Long-Term Care Impact COVID-19 Infection Rates?

July 25, 2020
Bill O’Leary, Esq.
Elder Care, Elder Law, Elder Law Attorney, Estate Planning, Long-Term Care Planning

Efforts to keep older people in apartments of their own may be saving many of them from the virus that causes COVID-19.

Will the Sunshine State Crack Down on Crimes against the Elderly?

Suspected cases of abuse of Florida’s seniors may get increased scrutiny, after Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a bill this week approving the creation of elder abuse fatality review teams across the state.

What are the Signs My Doctor Isn’t that Great?

Finding the doctor that’s right for you, is one of the most important medical decisions you can make.

What Should I know about Financial Powers of Attorney?

May 21, 2020
Bill O’Leary, Esq.
Asset Protection, Elder Law, Estate Planning, Power of Attorney, Probate and Estate/Trust Administration

Has a loved one named you their financial power of attorney? Are you ready to take on all the responsibilities that entails? Hopefully, you won’t be called into action anytime soon, but with the coronavirus pandemic continuing, it’s something to think about.

What Should I Ask, If My Mom Is in a Quarantined Facility

May 15, 2020
Bill O’Leary, Esq.
Elder Law, Estate Planning, Long-Term Care Planning

It can be frustrating and nerve-racking when you can't see a loved one face-to-face — a fact that so many family members with loved ones in assisted living or nursing home facilities are discovering during the coronavirus outbreak. To protect those who are most at risk of complications from the disease caused by the coronavirus, COVID-19, health officials have announced strict rules for some facilities with vulnerable older residents.

How to Talk to a Parent Suffering from Alzheimer’s or Dementia during the Pandemic

We are at a critical time during the COVID-19 pandemic. While everyone is on edge, and being inundated with news headlines and new statistics, one population we should keep top of mind is our older friends and families, especially those with cognitive impairment, dementia and Alzheimer’s disease.

How Can I Be a Good Caregiver?

April 28, 2020
Bill O’Leary, Esq.
Elder Law, Estate Planning, Guardianship, Long-Term Care Planning, Power of Attorney, Probate and Estate/Trust Administration

Not everyone can afford to hire an in-home nurse or professional caregiver. Today, there are around 45.3 million unpaid, non-professional caregivers in the United States taking care of a loved one.