Estate Planning Blog

When Advance Directives Are Not Given, the System Takes Over

The Covid-19 epidemic demands answers to a wrenching question: how far would you go if you or someone you love was diagnosed with a...

Learn About Government Programs That Offer Benefits to Seniors

Inflation is causing financial insecurity among many US seniors. Aside from cutting back on unnecessary expenses, many retirees or near...

The Decision of Whether or Not to Continue Working After Retirement

Think about a podiatrist or shoe repair service that you visit. It is likely that the business owners or service providers are older than...

A Spouse’s Right to Protection Against Poverty

It was 30 years ago when Congress enacted safeguards to protect the savings of married couples who use Medicaid. These protections...

A Guide to Medicare's Long-Term Care Coverage

By paying into Social Security throughout their careers, people can receive health care benefits starting at 65 through Medicare....

Tips to Help You Care For Your Aging Parents

It is impossible to escape aging, and it affects all family systems. Even if you are in the fortunate circumstance where your aging...

The Health Challenges Posed by Dementia Are Significant

A person with dementia is diagnosed every three seconds somewhere in the world. Dementia is a catchall phrase that refers to many types...

The Medicaid Program: Looking Back Without Penalties

Planning for long-term care is crucial since almost everyone will need it at some point in their lives. While we cannot predict the...

Medicaid Waivers for In-Home Nursing Facilities

Those who believe they cannot meet Medicaid's strict income and asset limits for long-term care benefits might want to think again. If...

The Fiduciary Rule Explained

The Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that the United States Labor Department did not have the authority to create the fiduciary rule...

Prepare for a Medical Crisis by Learning Your Parents’ Aging Strategies

Adult children in the United States often live a long distance away from their parents. Managing aging parents or in-law medical events...

The Role of Caregiving in a Time of Crisis

As a caregiver, caring for a loved one in a crisis is a challenge, and the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic makes preparation more important...