How Will Long-term Care Be Priced after the Pandemic?

May 30, 2020
Bill O’Leary, Esq.
Elder Law, Estate Planning, Long-Term Care Planning, Power of Attorney, Probate and Estate/Trust Administration

Will COVID-19 make long-term care even more expensive?

Steps to Take When a Loved One Dies

May 29, 2020
Bill O’Leary, Esq.
Asset Protection, Elder Law, Estate Planning, Guardianship, Long-Term Care Planning, Power of Attorney, Probate and Estate/Trust Administration

When a member of your family dies, you could be left to pick up the financial pieces. Finding all the information you need can be challenging.

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.

How Do I Protect Property If I Need Long-Term Care?

April 30, 2020
Bill O’Leary, Esq.
Asset Protection, Elder Law, Estate Planning, Life Insurance, Long-Term Care Planning, Power of Attorney, Probate and Estate/Trust Administration

Did you know that 70% of adults over the age of 65 are predicted to need some type of long-term care for an average length of three years? While thinking about your future, you’ve likely already planned financially, but have you considered your long-term care options?

What Is the VA’s Plan for Long-Term Care for Baby Boomers?

March 31, 2020
Bill O’Leary, Esq.
Asset Protection, Elder Law, Estate Planning, Long-Term Care Planning

In a hearing last week, lawmakers expressed eagerness to learn about the Department of Veterans Affairs' plan to provide in-home and institutional long-term health care to a coming ‘silver tsunami’ of aging Baby Boomers.

When Do I Need an Elder Law Attorney?

February 14, 2020
Bill O’Leary, Esq.
Asset Protection, Elder Law, Estate Planning, Guardianship, Long-Term Care Planning, Power of Attorney, Probate and Estate/Trust Administration

Elder law issues can be complex. One wrong word or move can mean the difference between a good result and disaster should you become incapacitated or if other unexpected issues should occur in your senior years. An elder law attorney can help you plan for what will happen, if you should become mentally or physically incapable of taking care of yourself and your own personal business matters.

Do I Need Long-Term Care and Why?

February 7, 2020
Bill O’Leary, Esq.
Elder Law, Estate Planning, Life Insurance, Long-Term Care Planning

Long-term care, often called custodial care, is a range of services and support to meet health or personal care needs over an extended period of time. This is non-medical care provided by non-licensed caregivers.

Must I Liquidate My IRA Before I Can Apply for Medicaid?

October 14, 2019
Bill O’Leary, Esq.
Elder Law, Estate Planning, Long-Term Care Planning

Can a nursing home make a person who is in the home liquidate money in an IRA and spend it down to pay for care, before they can apply for Medicaid?

What Types of Long-Term Care is Available for Veterans?

If you served the United States of America as a member of the armed services, you may be entitled to certain benefits that could make some aspects of getting older a little easier.