As of May 11, 2023, the Covid Public Health Emergency (PHE) has been officially ended. The conclusion of the PHE also ended a requirement of the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) that kept people continuously enrolled in Medicaid programs… Read more »
Category: Elder Law
Trusts Are Important Estate Planning Tools
An estate plan involves distributing property and money after a loved one dies. Though many people are familiar with wills as a means of distributing assets, trusts can be even more effective. A trust is a legal arrangement where a… Read more »
A Look at the Physical Challenges of Aging in Place
It is estimated that three out of four Americans over the age of 50 plan on aging in place according to AARP. These seniors are willing to employ alternative solutions to make it happen. The alternatives include home sharing (32%),… Read more »
The Complete Guide to Continuing Care Retirement Communities
In recent years, aging Americans have become increasingly interested in continuing care retirement communities (CCRCs) or life plan communities. These senior living communities offer the array of care options necessary for aging adults to move through the stages of independent,… Read more »
Keeping Your Loved One Safe in Nursing Homes: The Right Questions to Ask
Your loved one’s well-being depends on how you advocate for them in a nursing home. Residents in nursing homes and other long-term care facilities are disproportionately affected by the flu, pneumonia, COVID-19, and other contagious diseases. According to the American… Read more »
Understanding Special Needs Trusts
Trusts are generally created when one person or firm manages assets for the benefit of another. The person or entity is known as the trustee and has the responsibility of making decisions in the best interest of the trust beneficiary…. Read more »
What Are Your Duties If You’re Named a Property Guardian?
Martin, your grandfather, is no longer able to decide for himself. You are chosen by a judge to serve as Martin’s property guardian and assist Martin with financial management. You become Martin’s “fiduciary.” The law now requires you to act… Read more »
Guardianships: Protecting Your Finances and Right to Vote
All US citizens have the fundamental right to vote, but if you become a ward through a guardianship process, you may lose that right. You could also lose control of your finances to someone you don’t fully trust. By nominating… Read more »
Adults With Disabilities: Understanding Conservatorship and Guardianship
A guardianship or conservatorship is a legal arrangement for individuals with developmental disabilities who are unable to make important decisions or care for themselves as adults. Establishing a legal guardian is the job of the court, which appoints a person… Read more »
The Process of Obtaining Guardianship Over an Elderly Parent
Guardianship usually conjures up images of minor children in the hands of a responsible adult. However, you can employ the process to obtain legal rights over elderly or aging adults, usually, parents, who are losing their physical and mental health… Read more »