Celebrating Occupational Therapy Month: Using the Past to Heal the Present
Occupational Therapy is more than just a profession – it’s a passion! Just ask your favorite OT. They will tell you the value of occupational therapy services and how they help people each and every day. If you have been injured, chances are you can thank an occupational therapist for your recovery! Everyday activities are […]
3 Reasons Estate Planning is Your New Favorite Topic
Is there anything better than preparing for a trip? Planning every detail of the upcoming adventure, filling your daily routine with new locations, and booking excursions to do new things with people you’ve never met? Not to mention packing enough clothes for a month even though you are only leaving for a week. We spend […]
Uncomfortable Conversations? 3 Tips for Kind, Compassionate Talks
We call them “uncomfortable conversations” for a reason. Usually, the reason they are uncomfortable is because we want or need a particular outcome, and we are prepared to drag the other person to the same conclusion. If you are preparing for an uncomfortable conversation about senior living options with your aging parent, you want to […]
Irrevocable Trust – Is It Right for You?
Trust-based estate planning is an effective way to protect your legacy and provide for your family once you are gone. While the topic may seem overwhelming, there are Elder Law Attorneys who specialize in this type of estate planning who make the task of establishing a trust much less daunting. The first part of this […]
A Real Estate Attorney and You: Clear to Close
.The biggest decisions in life can be much less daunting with helpful advice from knowledgeable experts. A Real Estate Attorney is a perfect example of an individual who just makes life easier. Why go into one of your biggest investments alone when you have the option of retaining a third party who is there to […]
Trusts in Florida: Is a Revocable Trust Right for You?
Life is an adventure and, with only one chance to make the most of it, planning ahead is a powerful way to embrace the unexpected. If the thought of living life to the fullest gives you a little anxiety, consider the peace of mind estate planning can give you. If you’ve never heard of a […]
Probate and You: Why Hiring an Attorney is a Smart Choice
We’ve all seen the movies. The wealthy patriarch dies, and the grieving family comes together for the reading of the will. Only to learn that they have each been left out of the will and the entire estate has been left to the housekeeper! Dramatic? Yes. Unrealistic. No. There is one pivotal character missing from […]
“As-Is” Contract: Avoid Costly Mistakes with a Real Estate Attorney
Buying a house is a milestone for many people. While the market may fluctuate, hopes and expectations stay consistent. We all want a transparent purchase experience with no surprises. Is that too much to ask? It shouldn’t be. Melbourne is one of the best places to live in Florida, and with a hot local housing […]
Debunking the Myth: Medicare Pays if I Run Out of Money
This unfortunate myth has been swirling for decades. Let’s put aside the current discussion of whether or not the Medicare trust fund will become insolvent in the next few years and focus on the myth itself. Medicare does not pay for your care if you run out of money. Many times, people confuse the benefits […]
3 Real Life Reasons for Case Management
Have you ever traveled to another country and wished you’d spent more time on Duolingo or Rosetta Stone, learning how to communicate better in a different language? The learning curve for supporting aging parents can feel a lot like traveling to a foreign land and, since you are joining a journey already in progress, you […]