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 »
Tag: elder law
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 »
Getting the Most Out of Medicaid
Federal and state Medicaid programs provide comprehensive health coverage and financial protection to millions of Americans. The program helps low-income families, individuals, and people with disabilities receive adequate health care and provides nursing home or community long-term care services. As… Read more »
Plan Ahead When It Comes to Inheritances and Medicaid
Medicaid and inheritances are tricky areas to navigate, and mistakes can cost you a lot of money. When a person is drawing Medicaid benefits and inherits money or property, that inheritance jeopardizes the benefits. The inheritance must be handled carefully… Read more »
Elder Law and Estate Planning: How They Differ
Estate planning and elder law differ from each other when it comes to planning for your future financial affairs and health care needs. Estate planning and elder law also have some similarities. Even though these two types of law are… Read more »
How Does an Elder Law Attorney Help Seniors?
Elder law deals with legal issues affecting older or disabled people. Attorneys who practice elder law advocate for and create legal plans to assist seniors, and their loved ones, in living better lives. Elder law may include planning for retirement,… Read more »
Meditation and Mindfulness for Stress Management
There is a constant flow of unpleasant news in our world, which is stressful. We also feel stress from injuries and illness. Chronic pain can be especially stressful. So finding ways to release and cope with pain and stress help… Read more »
Alzheimer’s Disease Can Be Treated With Aduhelm Medications
An estimated 6 million Americans suffer from Alzheimer’s Disease (AD), a progressive and debilitating dementia that is accompanied by anxiety. It is hard to exaggerate the emotional and financial toll on families afflicted with the disease. People are desperate for… Read more »
A Guide for Seniors on Estate Planning
Estate planning is considered essential by most older adults. Yet, nearly half of Americans age 55 or more do not have a will, and even fewer have designated powers of attorney, a living will, or health care directives. These documents… Read more »