Living Trusts and How They Help Seniors It’s unfortunate that seniors are frequently common targets for financial abuse and scams. Sadly, the elderly are often taken advantage of by strangers - and sometimes even their own family members. That’s why…
When Your Loved One Has Dementia: 3 Questions For Family Caregivers Jeff Bevis When Your Loved One Has Dementia: 3 Questions For Family Caregivers. There are few challenges more emotional and difficult than caring for an aging loved one who…
How to apply for Medicaid Below is a general guide to the Medicaid application process. Be sure to contact your local Medicaid office for state-specific rules. Note: Your Medicaid office may be called the Department of Health, the Department of Social Services, the Department…
Importance of Having the Right Power of Attorney When Applying for Medicaid A Power of Attorney is one of the most important documents for an older person to have, especially when they plan on applying for Medicaid Long Term Care…
Planning For Chronic Illness Is Not Just For The Elderly Planning For Chronic Illness Is Not Just For The Elderly. A common misconception is that estate and financial planning for chronic illness is an elder law or elder abuse issue.…
Estate Planning Made Easier Joseph Milano Forbes Councils Member Forbes Finance Council Estate planning is a complex topic because it involves preparing for a future without you—or without you being able to manage your own finances. No two visions of…
Elder Law Can Be Scary, But It Doesn’t Have To Be! Aging is something we all must go through. As our bodies and minds decline, so do our decision-making powers. Unfortunately, some of us can become incapacitated and no longer…
The Current State of Medicaid Work Requirements By Jill Roamer, J.D., CIPP/US Medicaid Planning Former President Trump made it very clear during his presidency that he supported Medicaid work requirements. Indeed, the former Administrator for Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS),…
What Is Elder Law? BY JULIE GARBER Updated September 17, 2020 What Is Elder Law? Elder law is a field of law dealing with the unique legal issues that affect older adults. Understand how elder law works through an example,…