Part 1: Celebrity Series - Guardianship and Conservatorship (Amanda Bynes) A "guardian" of an adult is a person appointed by the court who is responsible for the personal affairs of an incapacitated adult, including responsibility for making … [Continue reading]
Ask the Expert – What do I Need to Know about Medicare’s Open Enrollment Period and the Affordable Care Act?
I read that the Medicare Open Enrollment Period is October 15- December 7, 2013. I am new to this and want to make sure I don’t miss anything. What do I need to know? Please see all my questions below in blue. Thanks! Q. What is the Medicare Open … [Continue reading]
Open Enrollment Period is Approaching: The Medicare.Gov Plan Finder Tool
Open enrollment for Medicare Advantage and Medicare Part D runs from October 15 to December 7. If you are researching and comparing Medicare Part-D and Medicare Advantage plans, the Medicare.gov Plan Finder is a helpful tool. It lists all of the … [Continue reading]
Long-Term Care in the United States- The PACE Program
The following post was written by guest blogger, Carly Lee. Want to submit a guest blog post? Read the Guidelines here. --- Many people in the U.S. will require some form of long-term care (LTC). Over the decades the population has been continuously … [Continue reading]
Recent AARP Report Illustrates Need to Address Long-Term Care Demands
A new report released by AARP last week highlights the challenges facing states in providing long-term services and supports (LTSS). The report comes at a time when states are beginning to implement LTSS options in the Affordable Care Act that … [Continue reading]
Nursing Home Use by Medicaid Seniors is Down
Many believe that an aging population means that there will be an explosive growth in the number of Medicaid beneficiaries in nursing homes. But, according to more than 35 years of research (see above), this isn’t necessarily the case. In fact, … [Continue reading]
Long-Term Care Panel Faces a Tight Deadline
The Commission on Long-Term Care held its first meeting late last month on Capitol Hill. The panel is faced with a three-month deadline to produce a report that offers Congress recommendations on how to finance long-term care services, such as … [Continue reading]
Medicaid is NOT just for Poor People
Q. I was taking my daily exercise walk the other day when I ran into a neighbor who said that his wife with dementia recently qualified for Medicaid and will be entering a nursing home next month. I live in a somewhat affluent neighborhood in Burke … [Continue reading]
Common Natural Sweetener Mannitol May Treat Parkinson’s Disease
Nearly 1.5 million Americans live with Parkinson's disease (PD), a neurodegenerative disease for which there is no cure. Fortunately, a new study indicates that the artificial sweetener mannitol, a common component of sugar-free gums and candies, may … [Continue reading]
Why James Gandolfini’s Will is a “Tax Catastrophe”- How You Can Avoid the Same Fate
Estate Planning Mistakes of Celebrities Continued…. Last fall, our newsletter featured a series of articles entitled “Lessons Learned from Estate Planning Mistakes of Celebrities,” demonstrating why probate is such a nightmare and lessons that can … [Continue reading]
Veterans Can Receive Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Benefits
Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a mental health problem that can occur after someone goes through a traumatic event such as a war, an assault, or a disaster. The effects of PTSD can be debilitating, with symptoms ranging from severe … [Continue reading]
July Is “National Sandwich Generation Month”-Juggling Aging Parents and Growing Children
July is National Sandwich Generation month, an observance honoring a generation of adults “sandwiched” between managing their aging parents’ growing medical and financial needs and raising a family of their own. Sandwich Generation Month is a month … [Continue reading]
Evan Farr Interview Appears in July 2013 Cat Fancy Magazine
Evan H. Farr, CELA was interviewed for the article “A Practical Guide to Pet Trusts” in the July 2013 issue of Cat Fancy magazine. Below is some information excerpted from our newsletter about Pet Trusts, to help you decide if a Pet Trust makes … [Continue reading]
Five Myths about Long Term Care Planning
Nearly 70% of Americans age 65 and better will need some kind of help with activities of daily living as they age. The need for such help can stem from a debilitating disease, such as Alzheimer’s or Parkinson’s, or the decline of faculties, such as … [Continue reading]
More Men are Becoming Caregivers for Loved Ones with Dementia
Compared to just 15 years ago, twice as many men are assuming caregiver roles for loved ones with Alzheimer’s or dementia. Men now make up 40% of caregivers in the United States, contrasting the 19% reported 15 years ago, according to data from … [Continue reading]
Protecting Your Older Loved Ones from Falls
One in three older Americans falls every year, making falls the leading cause of both fatal and nonfatal injuries for people age 65 or better.Falls can result in hip fractures, broken bones, and head injuries and significant loss of independence. … [Continue reading]
Nursing Home Survival Guide Hits #1 on Amazon Best Seller List
Evan H. Farr, CELA, Medicaid Asset Protection expert, hit #1 on Amazon.com best-seller list with “Nursing Home Survival Guide: Helping You Protect Your Loved Ones Who Need Nursing Home Care by Preserving Dignity, Quality of Life, … [Continue reading]
Does DOMA being Struck-down Affect Medicaid for LGBT Elders?
Alina and Carol are married and reside in Maryland, where same-sex marriage is recognized. Alina recently had a stroke and may need nursing home in the not so distant future. How does the DOMA ruling affect Medicaid eligibility requirements for LGBT … [Continue reading]
Certified Elder Law Attorney and Best-Selling Author Evan Farr Hits #1 on Amazon Best Seller List for the Second Time
Evan H. Farr, CELA, Medicaid Asset Protection expert and Living Trust PlusTMcreator, hit #1 on Amazon.com best-seller list with “How to Protect Your Assets From Probate PLUS Lawsuits PLUS Nursing Home Expenses with the Living Trust Plus” book, on the … [Continue reading]
Protecting Your Children- You Will Need More than a Will or a Revocable Living Trust
Mary and Frank are the parents of five year old twins, Lucy and Evelyn, who will be starting kindergarten in the fall. Recently, Mary's friend Kate got into a car accident and died. This got Mary to thinking- what would happen if Lucy and Evelyn were … [Continue reading]
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