Prepare for Senior Living with Your Elder Law Attorney
Senior Living: Planning for the Future Senior living looks different for each person who arrives at old age. For some, senior care means residing with family, several generations under one roof, all contributing to the household. For others, it is living alone in a house once vibrant with a life-long partner and raising children, now […]
Dementia Diagnosis – Now What?
Dementia is an umbrella term that covers many different types of cognitive impairment. Whether you or a loved one has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s Disease, Parkinson’s Disease, vascular dementia, or dementia with Lewy bodies, absorbing the impact of a life-changing diagnosis can be challenging. It can be scary to think about how this diagnosis will […]
Protecting Seniors from Financial Abuse
Our inboxes are filled with tempting messages to “click here” for savings and frightening demands to “call now” to avoid financial ruin. It’s a dizzying array of mixed messaging that has only one purpose – to scam the individual receiving the message by phone or email. Protecting yourself and your aging loved one from senior […]
Let’s Talk About End-of-Life Plans
If you have ever joked that you would be late to your own funeral, this information may be for you. Planning for end-of-life doesn’t sound like a particularly fun topic, however, it can be one of the most important conversations you have. Taking the time to think about and write down your wishes is empowering […]
Plan for Healthy Aging
We all picture ourselves sliding into retirement – the absolute picture of health, grabbing wanderlust by the tail. Healthy aging doesn’t happen by accident. We are aware of the (not so) secret tips to healthy aging that involve diet and exercise. However, thoughtful planning and the right Elder Law Attorney are instrumental in enjoying peace […]
Why Do I Need an Elder Law Attorney?
Don’t be fooled. Elder Law Attorneys aren’t just for older people. Regardless of your age, income, or marital and family status, a consultation with an Elder Law Attorney will have a big impact on your future. Elder Law Attorneys specialize in planning for the future. For the “what ifs” in life. And we all know, […]
Home Care: What’s the Difference?
Older adults want to stay at home. Nearly 90% of seniors want to stay at home as they age, making home care services of all kinds necessary to support safety and independence. When you are considering services to help an aging loved one stay at home, get familiar with the services that are available. Also, […]
Applying for Public Benefits: What to Expect
Alright, fellow procrastinators. It’s time to stop delaying the inevitable and apply for public benefits. The number one reason we don’t apply? We already assume we won’t qualify. Like with most things in life, the more you know, the less you have to fear. Also, having a knowledgeable Public Benefits Attorney review your case can […]
Public Benefits: 3 Myths Debunked
Public benefits myths are as commonplace as walkers and motorized scooters in Florida. With a higher-than-average number of senior citizens living in Florida, current access to services and housing is complicated – and we haven’t seen the worst of it yet. An aging plan is more important than ever and understanding the public benefits available […]
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 […]