Dementia often leads to mental incapacity. Some cognitive decline is to be expected in aging. For some, the progression is relatively mild. For others, the decline is more severe and involves dementia or Alzheimer’s. According to a recent Health News article titled “Can Someone With Dementia Sign Legal Documents,” the progression of these diseases can […]
Choosing a nursing home requires thoughtfulness and thoroughness. As loved ones age, they may lose independence in an instant. Whether through a fall or as the result of an illness, loved ones who enter a hospital may need more care than you can provide when they are released. In these situations, a nursing home or […]
Preparing a tax return for a deceased friend or relative can be mentally and emotionally challenging. Filing taxes is often tedious and unpleasant. Unless you work for the IRS or make money helping others prepare their tax returns, you likely despise this time of year. Although it is challenging enough to complete your own taxes, […]
Elder law and estate planning are not synonymous. Your parent is getting older. In fact, you are recognizing signs of memory problems as well as physical frailty. Although your parent can live independently now, you recognize this will not last forever. You do not know what to do. According to a recent Forbes article titled […]
Individuals with disabilities may be able to qualify for Medicaid and have their own savings. Do you (or a loved one) have a disability? If yes, then you understand the value of assistance from means-tested government programs. Qualifying for and remaining eligible for these programs can be tricky. This is especially true if you or […]
Paying for nursing home care may consume all of your savings. There are many physical ailments associated with aging. As we get older, our bodies wear out. Although some individuals can live independently for a time or have family caretakers, many seniors will require some form of long-term care outside the home setting. According to […]
Long-term care insurance will not be reformed, at least by federal government edict. The numbers are sobering when it comes to the likelihood of needing long-term care. It is well worth your time to read an in-depth study on this subject from the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services. Spoiler alert: the risk of […]
A codicil allows you to amend your last will and testament. You planned ahead. You created an estate plan with a last will and testament years ago. Life has a way of changing relationships and resources, yes? Consequently, changed a number of provisions in your last will no longer reflect your current circumstances. According to […]
A family caregiver for a "qualifying" veteran may receive financial compensation. Your loved one served in the military. Your loved one now requires the assistance of a caregiver. Perhaps this is due to age. Maybe it is the result of an combat injury. Whatever the cause, you have taken on the responsibility of caregiver. According […]
Scammers are committing long-term care insurance fraud. Paying for long-term care is a daunting expense in retirement. Medicare does not provide coverage for these services. For this reason, many people must seek alternative means of payment. One such option is long-term care insurance. According to a recent The Street article titled “How to Protect Yourself and […]
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