President Biden has introduced a plan to spend $400 billion over eight years on home and community-based care for the elderly and people with disabilities. The money would go to expand access to care and support higher-paying caregiving jobs.
As the elderly population grows, our Continue reading
Many websites offer customized, do-it-yourself Wills and other Estate planning documents. Although such products are convenient, using them could create SERIOUS and EXPENSIVE legal problems for heirs. These digital services appear to offer a cost-effective and easy alternative to Continue reading
A growing problem with adult guardianship abuse is giving rise to calls for reform of the system. Vulnerable elderly can get caught in the guardianship system, being harmed and exploited by the very process that is supposed to protect them.
A guardian is someone appointed by a court Continue reading
Just before the end of 2019, Congress passed and the President signed a spending bill that includes significant changes to retirement savings accounts. Known as the Setting Every Community Up for Retirement Enhancement (SECURE) Act, this legislation changes rules around retirement Continue reading
The older you get, the harder it is to qualify for long-term care insurance. If you are interested in buying this insurance, it is better to act sooner rather than later. Many people put off purchasing long-term care insurance until they need it, but by then, it may be too late. Not Continue reading
While a Will is one of the most important Estate Planning documents you can have, there are things that it won’t cover. A Will is just one part of a comprehensive Estate Plan. A Will is a legally-binding statement directing who will receive your property at your death. It is also Continue reading
Talking about Estate Planning is a difficult, emotional topic but it’s essential for every family. Unless you’re certain your parents have an up-to-date will and a wider plan for what 
should happen in the event of their passing, you shouldn’t assume everything will be taken care of. Continue reading
It is Elder Law Month! In honor of elder law month, there will be elder related posts all month long! In today’s post we will be discussing long-term care and what you and family members need to know about it. Long-term care is the care you need if you can’t perform daily activities Continue reading
It’s still Elder Law month, so we are going to talk about another Elder Law related topic. Last week we talked about elder abuse. Unfortunately, the abusers are oftentimes family members, children, and also people that the vulnerable person generally trusts.
Earlier this week, I asked Continue reading
March Madness is still in full-swing!!! But, as much as I love watching the talented Zion Williamson take over the court, I’m still not a Duke Basketball fan…Go Carolina!! Last week, I shared with you that even in the best circumstances, with your most trusted people, items, or brands, Continue reading
