Category archives: Elder Law
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3 years ago
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One of the top reasons many of our clients give us for creating, or updating, their Estate Plans is to have peace of mind for themselves, their families, and loved ones.
By addressing practical concerns, such as protecting their families in the case of an emergency or death, and being proactive a... [read more]
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3 years ago
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Every year, 16 million people in the United States care for family and friends with dementia, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports. Caregivers of people with dementia provide care for longer durations than those who assist individuals with other conditions. They also have comparabl... [read more]
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3 years ago
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For the first time in more than 10 years, Medicare Part B enrollees will see some of their costs decline. In an announcement issued by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), the agency outlined changes to the premium, deductible, and co-payment amounts for numerous Medicare costs taki... [read more]
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3 years ago
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Our office is proud to be collecting donations again for the J.P. Hall Annual Christmas Party for underprivileged children.
Suggested donations include: Games, Action figures or dolls, Art activity sets, Sporting equipment (basketballs, footballs, etc.), Books, Toy cars or trucks, Teen watches an... [read more]
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3 years ago
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Recent research by the Kaiser Family Foundation examined the differences between traditional Medicare and Medicare Advantage. While people in either program were similarly satisfied with their care and overall care coordination, some distinctions became apparent.
Traditional Medicare’s Streng... [read more]
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3 years ago
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As we focus on gratitude this month by celebrating Thanksgiving with our families and loved ones, we want to take a moment to thank you for being clients and friends of our Law Office. We are thankful for you and the opportunity to provide Estate Planning and Elder Law services to you, and our commu... [read more]
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3 years ago
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Medicaid is a state- and federally funded health program for lower-income persons of all ages. For applicants who fall into certain categories, Medicaid imposes specific rules on how much income and resources they can have and still qualify for benefits.
Each state has different rul... [read more]
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3 years ago
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If your loved one is entering a nursing home, you may worry whether you could be liable for their care. Under federal law, a facility cannot require a family member or friend to co-sign an admission agreement and take on personal liability. However, nursing homes around the country still try to do s... [read more]
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3 years ago
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Thanksgiving is a special time for all of us each year as Americans. Our annual tradition of celebrating with family and friends on this holiday gives us the opportunity to focus on gratitude, give thanks, and enjoy a traditional meal, as we pay tribute to the many blessings we are so fortunate to e... [read more]
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3 years ago
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Long-term care insurance helps you prepare for financial costs associated with aging, such as nursing home care, assisted living, or in-home care. Yet long-term care insurance policies vary widely in terms of the amount of coverage and how long the protection lasts.
The Average Costs of Care
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3 years ago
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October is a wonderful month that kicks off the holiday season for many of us.
During this time when tricks and treats are on our minds with fun traditions, the biggest treat you can give yourself and your loved ones is peace of mind through essential Estate Planning.
Unfortunately, ther... [read more]
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3 years ago
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Doctors, nurses, and hospital staff work hard to care for their patients when they are sick or hurt. However, even when a procedure is done to save a patient’s life, a hospital cannot act without patient consent. If a patient cannot speak for themselves and express their wishes, the hospital relies ... [read more]
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