Care At the End of Life
In spite of the fact that it is an uncomfortable experience to have an open and honest discussion with your family members about your mortality, it is wise to do so. Although it is never pleasant to think about dying,…
The Importance of Keeping an Eye on Nursing Homes and Rehabilitation Facilities
According to a New York Times report, long-term care facility oversight is deeply flawed. Rehab facilities are not adequately inspected, and we, as the public, should not rely on reports of inspections. If your loved one needs more care than…
Widows and Widowers’ Estate Plans Amended
The loss of a spouse can be extremely challenging emotionally, financially, and spiritually. An aging widow or widower may find herself in a complex financial situation with more questions than answers as one spouse handles family tax and estate planning.…
The Cost of Long-Term Care
A recent study conducted by Genworth cites that around 70 percent of retired Americans will need some type of long-term care (LTC) by 2020, with costs ranging from $53,768 to $105,850 per year, according to the US Department of Health…
Whether Medicaid Covers Nursing Home Care
If you believed Medicaid planning meant adhering to strict asset and income limits to obtain long-term care coverage, think again. Furthermore, you will be required to demonstrate that you need a level of care typically provided by nursing homes. These…
A Family Caregiver’s Guide to Thriving
There are fifty-three million people in the United States who care for a family member who is older. In the United States, about 17 percent of the population is a family caregiver; most are losing sleep, frazzled, worried about losing…
Avoid Estate Planning Mistakes by Combining the Services of Professionals
Having the right professional team to create your estate plan can provide you with the best advice and legal documentation to protect your legacy for future generations. Along with an estate planning attorney, who specializes in elder law, you may…
Avoid Turning a Family Feud into a Legal Battle
Family problems about end-of-life care for a parent and inheritance can have serious repercussions when these problems reach the level of a legal filing and court case. By creating (or amending) your estate plan, you can move beyond the possibility…
A Guide to Estate Planning for Seniors
A study of 2,400 Americans by Caring.com and YouGov has found a decrease from sixty percent to 44 percent in the percentage of Americans ages fifty-five and older who have written a will since 2019. In addition to this decline…
What You Should Know Before Moving Your Parents into Assisted Living
Are you considering moving your parents into assisted living? Have you considered what you know before you decide to move forward? Assisted living communities provide essential care and a sense of calm and peace of mind for aging your parents.…