Category archives: Caregiving
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2 months ago
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You don’t have to be actively using health care services to claim the deduction. It is available from day one, even if you don’t need health care immediately upon moving in.
The percentage of CCRC fees considered deductible can change from year to year, depending on the CCRC’s costs. Differen... [read more]
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2 months ago
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As the population ages, the number of people affected by Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia continues to rise. In turn, families increasingly find themselves providing unpaid care to loved ones with cognitive impairments. This caregiving role, though essential, comes with hidden persona... [read more]
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3 months ago
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Takeaways
Legislation signed in January 2025 seeks to secure better access to home- and community-based care for military veterans.
The bipartisan Dole Act also focuses on coordinating assistance for family caregivers of veterans.
On January 2, 2025, President Biden signed into law the Se... [read more]
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11 months ago
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We enjoy hearing from our clients about how Estate Planning benefits their lives, and it's rewarding to hear about times when the documents and plans we create for them help a difficult situation and improve good ones.
Being prepared for, and having the ability to handle a crisis, is a top benefi... [read more]
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1 year ago
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What Is Medicare Part D?
Adults who are age 65 and older can enroll in Medicare, a federal health insurance program. If you have signed up for Medicare Part A, Part B, or both, you can also sign up for Part D.
Available through private insurers, Medicare Part D remains optional and covers ce... [read more]
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1 year ago
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Recently proposed legislation seeks to offer financial relief for unpaid family caregivers. Introduced in November 2023, the Lowering Costs for Caregivers Act of 2023 is the result of a bipartisan effort to lessen the costs of family caregiving. The American Association of Retired Persons (AARP) has... [read more]
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1 year ago
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An Alzheimer’s or dementia diagnosis can be a challenging journey for the person and family alike. When the diagnosis occurs, a ticking clock begins on the timeline for getting proper and sound notarizations done for crucial legal documents.
What Does It Mean to Get a Document Notarized?
Accor... [read more]
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2 years ago
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In 2023, seniors were happy to see their Medicare Part B standard monthly premiums and annual deductibles go down for the first time in more than a decade. Unfortunately, that’s not the case for 2024, when these charges will be back on the rise.
In the fact sheet it released about the updated... [read more]
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2 years ago
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Health Affairs estimates that 4 million older adults can only leave their homes with assistance, making accessing care challenging.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that 1.3 million Americans receive care in nursing homes. According to A Place For Mom, more than 810,000 ... [read more]
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2 years ago
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Adults 65 and older constitute the fasting-growing age demographic in the United States. When it comes to elder care, this expanding population is facing a scarcity in people equipped to support them as they get older.
One estimate predicts a shortage of 151,000 paid direct care workers and 3... [read more]
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2 years ago
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Taking on the responsibility of providing full-time care for an aging or disabled loved one can be a rewarding experience. Being a primary caregiver helps you rest assured that your loved one is receiving compassionate care from someone who will go above and beyond to ensure they are comfortable and... [read more]
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2 years ago
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The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has released the 2023 federal guidelines for how much money the spouses of institutionalized Medicaid recipients may keep, as well as related Medicaid figures.
What Are Spousal Impoverishment Rules?
Spousal impoverishment is a concern for ... [read more]
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