Laurie Jinkins, a state representative in Washington state, has a mother-in-law who is 92, and who has dementia. She recently needed nursing home care, and qualified for Medicaid. Norm Johnson, also a state representative in Washington, used up much … [Continue reading]
Do You Need a Representative Payee for Social Security if You Have a Financial Power of Attorney?
Q1. My long-time friend, Ellie, is a widow who lives alone and never had children. Without family members to help, and dealing with her own dementia-related challenges, she’s finding it more and more difficult to manage her day-to-day finances and … [Continue reading]
Replacing Om with Haha
Dear Magic, A good belly laugh feels great sometimes. And, I heard laughing can be therapeutic and can even help stave off chronic pain, stress, depression, and diabetes. A friend of mine who lives in a retirement community recently told me she … [Continue reading]
Are Filial Responsibility Laws Preempted by the Federal Nursing Home Reform Act?
In October 2010, Doris Pike was admitted to Corry Manor, a nursing home in Pennsylvania. At that time, her husband, Levere, signed an agreement with the facility, promising to use his wife's assets to pay for nursing home care provided to her. The … [Continue reading]
Should Dad Give Up His Guns?
Q. My father loves three things most in life: his antique cars, his dogs, and his guns. The shooting range has been like a second home to him since mom died. It's the place he gathers with buddies to socialize and let off steam. Dad is now 73, and … [Continue reading]
Take my Guns and my Home, but NOT MY CAR KEYS
Dear Bebe, When my father reached his 75th birthday, he had made quite a few concessions to age. He willingly gave up his guns and hunting, a passion he had since his childhood. He no longer mowed his own yard or cleaned his own gutters. In fact, … [Continue reading]
Those Late-Night Golden Girls Reruns Could Be Bad for Your Health
Joan is tired all the time. It could be because she's a night owl who reads books and doesn't like putting them down, or because she watches reruns of the Golden Girls and Frasier late at night. Joan's daughter began noticing texts and Facebook posts … [Continue reading]
Taxation of Special Needs Trusts
This article was written by Special Needs Alliance member Tara Pleat. Tara is a founding partner of the law firm of Wilcenski & Pleat PLLC in Clifton Park, New York. She practices in the areas of Special Needs Planning, Elder Law, and Trust and … [Continue reading]
Disabled Adult Child (DAC) Benefits
This article is informational only. The Farr Law Firm does not assist in filing for or appealing denial of Social Security Disability benefits. Specialized Attorneys Can Help Access Social Security Disability Benefits People receiving SSI … [Continue reading]
They Never Visit, and It’s Killing Me!
Q. I live an hour away from both my daughters and their families, but they never visit me. I am aware that they are busy with soccer games and other activities, but I wish they could make the time to come see me once in a while. It's true, I live … [Continue reading]
Pets to Help Solve Loneliness
Dear Ribbit, My father lives alone, more than 1,000 miles away. He can be stubborn sometimes and although we offered to move him into our home, he wants to stay put. We are thinking of getting him a pet to keep him company. Do you think this is a … [Continue reading]
Dozens of Dementia Treatments Have Failed. Will This One Work?
Peter Wooding (77) is among the 5 million Americans who are facing Alzheimer’s disease, one of the most devastating diagnoses today. Happily married for more than 50 years, Peter and his wife Joanne are not going to sit back and accept the diagnosis. … [Continue reading]
I Am My Mother’s Financial Caregiver. Now What?
Dear Bebe, When my mother did her estate planning several years ago, I was told I would be the trustee for her trust and the agent under her Financial Power of Attorney, should there come a time when she can no longer handle her own finances. … [Continue reading]
Can a Marriage Survive Caregiving for an In-Law?
Q. When my husband, Paul, first met my parents, they didn't hit it off. He can be stubborn sometimes, and mom is difficult, and she never thought that he was good enough for me. After Thanksgiving dinner, when we announced we were engaged, my mother … [Continue reading]
Seven Marathons in Seven Days with Parkinson’s?
Bret Parker has had Parkinson's for 11 years, since he was 38 years old. Recently, he made an amazing goal for himself of running 7 marathons on 7 continents in 7 days, and nothing was going to stop him from achieving it. That was his attitude, … [Continue reading]
The Farr Law Firm Congratulates Sunrise Senior Living
Congratulations Sunrise Senior Living. According to the J.D. Power 2018 Senior Living Satisfaction Study, Sunrise Senior Living ranks highest among senior living communities with an overall satisfaction score of 802, driven primarily by high scores … [Continue reading]
Two Popular Medigap Plans are Being Shuttered — What It Means for You!
Q. A couple of years ago, my aunt Linda applied for a Plan F Medigap plan and the insurance company approved her. The following year, she saw a specialist about some hip problems she was experiencing, went for an MRI, and ended up needing hip … [Continue reading]
Is Original Medicare Sufficient?
Dear Angel, My mom is eligible for Medicare this year and is exploring her options. She is not sure whether to get a supplemental plan, or if original Medicare is enough. What are your thoughts on this? Thanks, Iz Ittanuff —- Dear … [Continue reading]
Senior $afe Act and Other Safeguards Against Financial Exploitation
Joseph and Carol are in their 80's and are retired. Recently, their daughter Karen moved in after a tough divorce that left her broke. One of the reasons Karen's husband left was because of her spending habits. Shortly after moving in with her … [Continue reading]
After-Death Communication—A Comforting Presence
Ever get a sign from a deceased loved one or felt the person’s presence — perhaps a through a familiar scent, a tactile sensation, or the lights flickering at just the right moment? These feelings of contact can certainly be a comforting presence, … [Continue reading]
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