Elder Law

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 […]
November 9, 2022

Alzheimer’s Disease: Facts Versus Fiction

The number of people living with Alzheimer’s disease in the United States is growing rapidly. So, too, are the number of myths surrounding the disease and […]
September 30, 2022

What is the Medicaid Look-Back Period?

Medicaid can pay for the long-term nursing home care of individuals who meet certain income and asset requirements. However, if the applicant’s assets and income exceed […]
May 26, 2022

Finding the Right Nursing Home: Don’t Rely Entirely on the Five-Star Quality Rating System

The Five-Star Quality Rating System was created in 2008 by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). It has become a popular tool for families […]
May 11, 2022

What is a Pour-Over Will and How is It Used?

A pour-over will is a type of last will and testament typically used in trust-based estate planning. Unlike a traditional will, which directs how your property […]
December 29, 2020

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

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 […]
December 17, 2020

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

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 […]
December 9, 2020

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

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 […]
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