Dementia often leaves elderly people unprepared for future care. If you or someone you love has received a dementia diagnosis, begin immediately to discuss and seek guidance for future care. For help in implementing the steps that need to be…
As far as estate planning and elder law are concerned, they serve different functions with some overlap, yet they are both equally important to protect you and your family. The two terms tend to go hand in hand, but there…
To qualify for Medicaid benefits through nursing home care, assisted living, in-home care, or adult foster care, an individual must meet income and asset requirements. As a result of these rules, many candidates give away their money and resources to…
Medicaid planning is more than simply meeting strict income and asset limits for long-term care. You will also need to demonstrate you need the level of care typically provided in a nursing home setting. These health eligibility rules are valid…
Most often, guardianship conjures images of a minor in the care of a designated adult family member or friend. However, you can employ the process to obtain legal rights over elderly or aging adults, usually parents, who are losing their…
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If parents wait too long to begin installing family values, properly addressing and legally formalizing inheritance of family values and assets can be challenging. Undoubtedly the best time to teach and empower your children as eventual inheritors of your family…
The importance of family presence in a senior’s life can not be overstated. Family creates a consistent social network and connection that directly impacts the senior’s overall quality of life. Prioritizing family relationships provides continuity as a senior experiences change…