In January of this year, as part of the Fiscal Cliff deal, President Obama and Republican lawmakers on Capitol Hill agreed to tax estates at 40% with an exemption of $5.25 million ($10.5 million for couples). This was an increase from 35% and a $5.25 … [Continue reading]
New Affordable Care Act Rule Increases Transparency In Health Care
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) announced recently that it will increase public awareness of financial relationships between drug and device manufacturers and certain health care providers. This rule, referred to as the “National … [Continue reading]
Ask the Expert- Is Medicare Enough to Cover Mom’s Nursing Home Stay?
Q. My 86 year old mother had a stroke last week, was in the hospital, and was moved to a nursing home for rehabilitation. I was wondering about Medicare coverage. Does Medicare cover nursing home stays? What if she needs more than the 100 days I … [Continue reading]
Your Child Has Just Been Diagnosed with an Autism Spectrum Disorder- Now What?
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a developmental disability that significantly affects three areas: communication (verbal and nonverbal), social interaction, and behavior. It is a spectrum disorder, meaning it affects each person in different ways … [Continue reading]
I’m a Wife and a Caregiver- National Family Caregiver Support Program Assistance
Carolyn and Mark have been married for over 40 years. Five years ago, Mark was diagnosed with dementia. Since well before they received this official news, Carolyn has been caring for Mark, which has become more and more challenging for her over the … [Continue reading]
Evan Farr Releases New Book – “Nursing Home Survival Guide”
Certified Elder Law Attorney Evan H. Farr released his latest book, “Nursing Home Survival Guide: Helping You Protect Your Loved Ones Who Need Nursing Home Care by Preserving Dignity, Quality of Life, and Financial Security” this week.The book is … [Continue reading]
How Can I Afford a Nursing Home?
The following was excerpted from Evan H. Farr, CELA's new book, entitled "Nursing Home Survival Guide: Helping You Protect Your Loved Ones Who Need Nursing Home Care by Preserving Dignity, Quality of Life, and Financial Security." Buy the book on … [Continue reading]
The DSM-5: Over-Diagnosis of Depression Could Ensue from Removal of “Bereavement Exclusion”
The revised DSM-5, due to be released in May, has generated an unusual amount of heat. The removal of the “bereavement exclusion” has raised the concern that depression, once under-diagnosed in seniors, may become over-diagnosed.Traditionally, … [Continue reading]
New Medicare Dashboard Advances Affordable Care Act (ACA) Goals for Chronic Conditions
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) recently launched a new Medicare Chronic Conditions Dashboard, offering researchers, physicians, public health professionals and policymakers access to current data on chronic conditions. Read the … [Continue reading]
Ask the Expert- When Dad is Resistant About Assisted Living
Q: I have a 75 year old father who lives alone in his home. He doesn't have an in-home caregiver, but has lots of friends and family who check in on him regularly. Since he served during the Vietnam War, he has had flashbacks that still affect him … [Continue reading]
Having the Conversation about the Alzheimer’s Diagnosis
You’ve recently been told by a doctor that your mother has Alzheimer’s. She doesn’t know yet. What is the best way to tell her about the life-changing diagnosis? Before informing your mother (or any close loved one) about an Alzheimer’s diagnosis, it … [Continue reading]
It’s Moving Day- Moving a Loved One with Alzheimer’s into a Care Facility
Transitioning a loved one into assisted living or a nursing home isn’t easy for most families, especially if your loved one has Alzheimer’s. For a person with Alzheimer's disease, changing the routine and moving into an unfamiliar environment make … [Continue reading]
April is Parkinson’s Awareness Month- Furthering Awareness of Parkinson’s Disease
Since 2010, April has been designated as Parkinson’s Awareness Month by the US Senate. The purpose of Parkinson’s Awareness Month is to reach out to others to promote understanding of the disease, gain support from the community, and further the … [Continue reading]
Happy Anniversary to the Affordable Care Act!
This past week marked the third anniversary of the Affordable Care Act (ACA). Let’s celebrate by looking at some of the provisions that directly (and positively) affect seniors. The ACA: Prohibits health insurance companies from imposing lifetime … [Continue reading]
When a Grandparent has Alzheimer’s: How to Explain Alzheimer’s to Your Child
There really is no easy way to explain to your children how a patient with Alzheimer's acts. With your help, your children can begin to understand what's happening, and even play a role in maintaining the grandparent’s quality of life.You can simply … [Continue reading]
Medicaid Eligibility- What You Can and Can’t Keep
In order to begin to understand Medicaid eligibility, you first need to understand how Medicaid will treat your assets. When you apply for Medicaid benefits, your assets are placed into two categories: “exempt” and “non-exempt” assets. “Exempt” … [Continue reading]
Smart Device Health and Well-being Apps for Seniors
Organizing life can be difficult, particularly when you are coordinating your care or that of a loved one. Doctors’ appointments, medication schedules, and other activities can seem overwhelming. But, your smartphone or tablet can prove to be a big … [Continue reading]
Pet Trusts: Ensuring Your Pet is in Good Hands
The U.S. Census Bureau estimates 22% of the nation’s dogs and 25% of the cats live in a single-person household. If these people have no spouse or children, what will happen to their pets when they become incapacitated or pass away? Until around 10 … [Continue reading]
Pet Trusts: Ensuring Your Pet is in Good Hands The U.S. Census Bureau estimates 22% of the nation’s dogs and 25% of the cats live in a single-person household. If these people have no spouse or children, what will happen to their pets when they … [Continue reading]
How to Plan for Your Special Needs Child
Twenty million American families have at least one member with special needs. Special needs individuals typically require assistance for disabilities that may be medical, mental, or psychological, and for impairments that could include autism, Down … [Continue reading]
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