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Is It My Responsibility to Pay Nursing Home Bills After a Loved One Passes Away?

December 29, 2020
by Michelle P. Biddinger Elder LawLongterm CareNursing Home

The loss of a loved one can represent a significant departure from what feels like the course of normal life. Suddenly, there are probate issues to consider and end of life arrangements to address. It can be very difficult to keep track of all of the d

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What Is the Most Important Component of an Elder Law Plan?

December 17, 2020
by Gregory S. Schrot Elder LawEstate Planning

It can be helpful to think of estate planning documents as tools in your toolbox. Each one of them can become essential in the event that you need it. But when it comes to creating the cornerstone of your estate plan, a will is often front and center but

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Did You Know Medicare Doesn’t Cover Most Long Term Care?

December 9, 2020
by Michelle P. Biddinger Elder LawLongterm CareMedicare

If you are planning ahead for the future of your older years and are assuming that Medicare might pick up the tab, if and when you need a nursing home, that's not always the case. One of the biggest potential costs in your personal retirement could be the

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What Does It Mean to Say You are Involved in Life Care Planning?

November 19, 2020
by Michelle P. Biddinger Elder LawLife Care Planning

It can be very complicated to get older and be concerned about the health care expenses associated with a medical need. If you have an advanced medical concern, you will likely need some form of long term care. The long term care system in the United S

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How to Share Information About Your Estate with Your Loved Ones

November 11, 2020
by Rachel M. Estelle Elder LawEstate Planning

Having other adults in your family who are appointed as executors, trustees or guardians for your minor children means that you need to have conversations with these key people about the basics of your plan. Sharing information about your estate plan i

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Creating an Elder Law Plan to Avoid Exploitation

October 27, 2020
by Michelle P. Biddinger Elder LawEstate PlanningFinances

Unfortunately, the elderly are often targeted for financial exploitation schemes due to their substantial savings and the perception that some of them may be suffering from advanced cognitive issues. In these circumstances, it is best to be proactive by e

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It’s Special Needs Law Month

October 7, 2020
by Michelle P. Biddinger Elder LawEstate PlanningSpecial Needs Planning

Do you have a loved one with special needs who you would like to provide for well into the future? October is Special Needs Law Month, highlighting the importance of scheduling a consultation with a trusted elder attorney. There are many different lega

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When is the Right Time to Meet with an Elder Law Attorney?

September 29, 2020
by Rachel M. Estelle Elder Law

The truth is that there is no wrong time to sit down with a Michigan elder law attorney. But knowing what you hope to accomplish with your elder law plan can help you determine that it’s in your best interests to schedule this meeting before you have an u

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Women Breadwinners Can’t Afford to Neglect Financial Planning

September 8, 2020
by Rachel M. Estelle Elder LawEstate PlanningFinances

The past several decades have seen significant areas of improvement for women and financial planning. First of all, women are increasingly choosing not to get married and are increasingly serving as the primary breadwinner in plenty of households. This ra

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What You Need to Know About an Elder Care Plan?

August 18, 2020
by Rachel M. Estelle Elder Law

As a loved one ages or has recently been diagnosed with a serious mental or physical condition, it can require the use of an elder care plan or the quick creation of an elder care plan. Your elder care plan can be an organizational tool or an agreement wi

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Recent Posts

  • How Does It Work to Fund a Trust in Michigan? January 7, 2021
  • Is It My Responsibility to Pay Nursing Home Bills After a Loved One Passes Away? December 29, 2020
  • Does Your Estate Plan Have Emotional Value? December 23, 2020
  • What Is the Most Important Component of an Elder Law Plan? December 17, 2020
  • Did You Know Medicare Doesn’t Cover Most Long Term Care? December 9, 2020

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