Wendy Williams Case Shines Spotlight on Guardianships
The recent struggles of former talk show host Wendy Williams have brought significant attention to the complexities and potential pitfalls of guardianship arrangements.
An Elder Care Lawyer Can Help You Get Medicaid Home Care
Medicaid can provide seniors with financial assistance for home care services. However, since the federal government and the individual states run Medicaid jointly, benefits coverage is different in each state.
Protecting Your Parents’ Assets From Nursing Home Costs
With the exorbitant cost of nursing home care, many families worry about depleting their loved ones’ life savings to pay for the care they need.
Tax Break Helps Pay for CCRC Fees
Continuing Care Retirement Communities (CCRCs) - which offer the entire continuum of care under one roof - are an appealing retirement housing option, but they can be very expensive.
Wealth Building With Cryptocurrency: A Generational Divide
Cryptocurrencies are generally considered a risky option for investing money, especially for older Americans who are in or close to retirement. But millennials and Gen Z consider them a risk worth taking.
Spring Cleaning for Your Estate Plan: Review and Revise
Creating an estate plan is not a one-time task. As your life changes, so should your estate plan.
Green Burials, Eternal Reefs, and Your Estate Plan
From traditional burials rooted in religious customs to emerging eco-friendly methods, the journey of how we handle the deceased offers a fascinating glimpse into our society's evolving relationship with death.
Per Stirpes vs Per Capita: What Do These Mean in a Will?
When creating an estate plan, the main decision is how your assets will be distributed after you pass away. Understanding "per stirpes" and "per capita" distribution is key to that decision.
New Law Supports Home Care, Caregivers for Military Veterans
On January 2, 2025, President Biden signed into law the Senator Elizabeth Dole 21st Century Veterans Healthcare and Benefits Improvement Act.
Four Key Medicare 2025 Changes You Need to Know
Medicare is constantly evolving to adapt to the needs of older Americans, and several significant changes have been incorporated into the program for 2025.