Conversations You Should Consider Having with Your Adult Children
- posted: Jul. 31, 2019
As we age it’s a good idea of start thinking about tidy’s up our lives. I’m not taking about “Marie Kondoing” your home. (If you don’t know who she is, Read More
Caregiver Stress- A Caregiver Story
- posted: Jun. 11, 2019
About a year ago a very nice couple came to see me to discuss long term care planning. Both were dressed nicely and as I introduced myself, the husband told Read More
2019 Medicaid Numbers
- posted: Jan. 15, 2019
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has released the 2019 federal guidelines for how much money the spouses of institutionalized Medicaid recipients may keep, as well as related Read More
Understanding Medicare’s Hospice Benefit
- posted: Dec. 15, 2018
Medicare's hospice benefit covers any care that is reasonable and necessary for easing the course of a terminal illness. It is one of Medicare's most comprehensive benefits and can be Read More
Summary of Changes to the VA Pension Eligibility Rules
- posted: Nov. 27, 2018
On October 18, 2018, new rules regarding eligibility for VA pension were implemented by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). The new rules are quite comprehensive, however, they also provide Read More
Why Do I Need an Elder Law Attorney for Medicaid Eligibility?
- posted: Sep. 19, 2018
Just this week I received two emails from prior clients with issues related to a Medicaid application filed by a non-attorney. In both cases, I can help correct the errors, Read More
Heading Into Hurricane Season
- posted: Aug. 22, 2018
As we head into hurricane season, its important to be prepared in the event you need to evacuate your home. A lot of us were scrambling last year when hurricane Read More
Special Needs Law Month
- posted: Oct. 04, 2017
October is Special Needs Law month. Special needs law is a complex area of the law and requires legal advice from an experienced practitioner. If you have a child, or adult Read More
My Special Needs Child is Turning 18 – How Do I Prepare?
- posted: Jul. 12, 2017
My Special Needs Child is Turning 18 – How Do I Prepare? It is a milestone in every parent’s life when a child turns 18. The child is now an adult, Read More
Special Needs Community and Their Advocates Win Again
- posted: Jul. 11, 2017
Special Needs Community and Their Advocates Win Again As a proud member of The Special Needs Alliance I follow closely the changes that affect my special needs clients. One of the Read More
Securing Your Assets, Healthcare and Legacy in 2017
- posted: Jul. 10, 2017
Securing Your Assets, Healthcare and Legacy in 2017 It’s your life and legacy. Help ensure your loved ones aren’t overtaxed and overburdened. Control: Your medical care if you become incapacitated Distribution of your assets Consequences Read More
Do I need a will or a living trust? What are the differences?
- posted: Jul. 09, 2017
Do I need a will or a living trust? What are the differences? Living trusts are useful estate planning tools, and they have an important place in many people’s estate plans. Read More
Planning and Caring for a Loved One Diagnosed with MS
- posted: Jul. 07, 2017
Planning and Caring for a Loved One Diagnosed with MS Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a disabling disease of the central nervous system that interferes with the brain’s ability to send information Read More
When a Child Legally Becomes an Adult: A Parent’s Right to Stay Informed
- posted: Jul. 06, 2017
When a Child Legally Becomes an Adult: A Parent’s Right to Stay Informed When your child was under the age of 18, and before he or she became an adult in Read More
Understanding Florida ABLE Accounts (Achieving a Better Life Experience)
- posted: Jul. 05, 2017
Understanding Florida ABLE Accounts (Achieving a Better Life Experience) Understanding Florida ABLE Accounts (Achieving a Better Life Experience) Beginning on July 1st, Florida special needs persons can now open ABLE accounts. Read More
Overcoming Challenges When Your Elderly Parent Doesn’t Want to Sign a Power of Attorney
- posted: Jul. 04, 2017
Overcoming Challenges When Your Elderly Parent Doesn’t Want to Sign a Power of Attorney Adult children of elderly parents often tell me they are worried that mom or dad will become Read More