Elder Law

December 28, 2023

The Gift That Keeps on Giving: Paying Your Grandchildren’s College Tuition

Paying your grandchildren’s (or adult children’s) college tuition can be one of the greatest gifts you can make. The education lasts a lifetime and opens a […]
November 10, 2023

Using VA Aid and Attendance Benefits Towards the Cost of Care

The VA Aid and Attendance Pension Benefit provides eligible veterans with tax-free pension income payments. This benefit also extends to surviving spouses of eligible wartime veterans. […]
September 21, 2023

Things to Look for When Inspecting a Nursing Home

An article by AARP discusses several factors to consider when choosing a nursing home. Here is a brief synopsis. Inspect the grounds Making sure you are […]
August 24, 2023

Can Changing Your Lifestyle Prevent Cognitive Decline?

According to a two-year study from 2015, healthy eating, brain training, exercise and sound medical management may prevent age-related cognitive decline and, perhaps, dementia. The study […]
July 11, 2023

Managing Your Loved One’s Legal Needs

It can be tough managing your loved one’s legal needs. Serving as a caregiver may require you to oversee their legal affairs. A past article on […]
June 8, 2023

Beware of Scams Targeting Seniors

Approximately 20 percent of Americans over the age of 65 have been victimized by some form of financial abuse, with the average loss per victim exceeding […]
May 11, 2023

Know Your Options: The Spectrum of Long-Term Care

You’ve no doubt heard about assisted living and nursing home care, but there are many other long-term care options available. An article by U.S. News & […]
March 31, 2023

Alzheimer’s Disease: Facts Versus Fiction, Continued

In November, we discussed some of the myths surrounding Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. Let’s discuss a few more. 
You have to be old […]
February 27, 2023

The Truth About Using Medicaid to Pay for Nursing Home Care

Approximately 50% of all Americans who reside in nursing homes receive assistance from Medicaid to pay for their care. This is not surprising, given the extraordinarily […]
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