Most people use the terms “estate planning” and “elder law” interchangeably. If you find yourself curious whether they are the same or not, you are not alone. Estate planning deals mostly with helping plan for disability, death, and taxes. The purpose of estate planning is to make sure loved ones receive their inheritance and are taken care of after...
Continue ReadingWhen and how long Medicare covers nursing home costs will vary, but understanding how your benefits work and when they kick in is critical when you require nursing home care. Most seniors will reach a point where they need nursing home or long-term care. Sometimes, it is only after an illness or accident, while other times the situation is...
Continue ReadingWhether you are looking for nursing homes for yourself, a spouse, or an aging loved one, it is imperative that you do your research first. Nursing homes are plentiful, but not all of them offer the same care that you would expect. By understanding the basics to include in your search, you can narrow down the list of choices...
Continue ReadingThe job of being an estate’s executor is not an easy one. This is why, when you designate someone, you do so with extra care. You pick someone organized, efficient, and mentally ready for the job ahead. Whether you are working to pick an executor or you were named the executor of an estate, there is much to still...
Continue ReadingMore baby boomers are hitting 65 each day and will continue to do so into 2030. Therefore, the issues surrounding elder law are becoming more mainstream, especially as more enter or head toward retirement and start looking at the facts. From Medicare to long-term care coverage to Social Security, there is a lot to know about elder law. Naturally,...
Continue ReadingAn elder law attorney serves as your advocate and also your family’s guide. This area of the law specializes in the unique range of financial and legal matters older adults face, including everything from health care planning to long-term care to guardianship and estate planning. An elder law attorney is a specialist because they focus specifically on the issues...
Continue ReadingDescription: An elder law attorney can help you long before retirement with everything from long-term care to Medicare and even the creation of an estate plan. You know that you need an elder law attorney. But as you ponder over your options, you might have noticed some attorneys have called themselves “certified,” while others do not. The certification they...
Continue ReadingWhen you are looking for an elder law attorney, ask these questions before hiring him or her to make sure they are the right fit. As you age, concerns about your living situation, care needs, and finances start to arise. You might wonder how you will pay for long-term care, what will happen to your assets, or who will...
Continue ReadingAfter losing one parent, you may see that your surviving parent is struggling with the legal and financial tasks that come afterward. After all, they are grieving and the last thing they should have to deal with is the paperwork, phone calls, and endless to-do items. As an adult child, there are things you can do to help your...
Continue ReadingAs you age, you face critical decisions that not only impact your quality of life but the life of your loved ones. Some decisions you might make include how you receive medical care, where you live, and what you want when you pass away. Many decisions you make have legal considerations too, which is why elder law attorneys are...
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