Q. I just found out that my favorite Aunt, Norma, is in the early stages of Alzheimer's. I was heartbroken at first, but am optimistic that with all the research being conducted, we could be close to a cure. Sure enough, this … [Read more...]
Print This PageCritter Corner: Alzheimer’s Accountability Act Signed Into Law
March 20, 2015 by
Dear Ernie and Jannette, I heard that the Alzheimer's Accountability Act was signed into law recently as part of a federal funding bill. Does this mean more money for Alzheimer's research? Thanks! Nida … [Read more...]
Print This PageNon-Borrowing Spouses Can Still Face Eviction Due to Previous Reverse Mortgage Rules
March 18, 2015 by
Amy (59) and her husband, Frank (66), decided to get a reverse mortgage, sometimes known as an HECM (Home Equity Conversion Mortgage), last summer to supplement Fred's Social Security. Amy was left off the reverse mortgage, due to … [Read more...]
Print This PageCan Stipulations in a Will be Changed 100 Years Later? Maybe — Read About The Sweet Briar College Nightmare
March 13, 2015 by
Q. I visited my niece, Natalie, last year at the picturesque Sweetbriar College, a liberal-arts women’s institution in rural Virginia. I am a history buff and I remember during a tour of the campus they … [Read more...]
Print This PageFamilies in Turmoil Over Alzheimer’s Care — Glen Campbell
March 11, 2015 by
Imagine this scenario: You have a loved one who has dementia and needs more care than you can provide. Your family members don’t agree on what to do, and your loved one can no longer express an opinion. Court proceedings follow, … [Read more...]
Print This PageHe’s Disabled But Has Full Mental Capacity- Why Can’t He Initiate His Own Trust?
March 6, 2015 by
Q1.My friend, Ken, is physically disabled, but has full mental capacity. His parents and grandparents are no longer around. He would like to initiate a Special Needs Trust for himself, since he wants to ensure that he is protected … [Read more...]
Print This PageCritter Corner: Pooled Special Needs Trusts
March 6, 2015 by
Dear Commander Bun Bun, I am considering a pooled special needs trust (managed by a non-profit organization) for my daughter, Shannon, who is intellectually disabled. What are some of the benefits and … [Read more...]
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