Special needs refer to the individual requirements of a person with a mental, emotional, or physical disability. People with Autism Spectrum Disorders, Down Syndrome, dyslexia, blindness, mental illness, or cystic fibrosis, for example, may be … [Continue reading]
Ask the Expert- Sequester Cuts
Without Congressional action to prevent sequestration, the first round of cuts will take place on March 1, 2013. Many of us are concerned about these cuts and if they happen, how they will affect seniors and veterans. We here at The Fairfax … [Continue reading]
Talking with Estranged Siblings about Planning for Parents
Siblings sometimes cease talking to one another or rarely do – and sometimes there are good reasons for this. For siblings who never got along as kids and have had little to do with each other as adults, being thrown together to make touchy decisions … [Continue reading]
Sequestration FAQ – Medicaid and Veterans cuts are NOT part of the impending Sequestration cuts.
What is Sequestration? When politicians and newscasters talk about sequestration, or "sequester cuts," they are referring to a fiscal policy enacted by Congress to deal with the federal budget deficit. Sequestration first appeared in the … [Continue reading]
Training the Brain to Hear Better
Improving hearing is just like any other skill — it takes practice. A loud restaurant or party can make conversation difficult for anyone, but for the elderly, these settings can make hearing what others have to say nearly impossible. Your hearing … [Continue reading]
Long-Term Care – What Are Your Options?
More than 70% of seniors will need some type of long-term care, and these costs, such as nursing home stays and home health aides, are not covered by Medicare. The average stay in a nursing home typically lasts about three years, so even the most … [Continue reading]
Happy Valentine’s Day from The Farr Law Firm!
Happy Valentine’s Day from The Farr Law Firm!
Alzheimer’s Patients Still Feel for Loved Ones Even if They Don’t Recognize Them
Tomorrow is Valentine’s Day, a day when we celebrate love. In a recent discussion, Gloria K., a client whose mother has Alzheimer’s, told us that although her mother doesn’t remember much, she could tell her mother is still happy to see her and her … [Continue reading]
Celebrities with Special Needs- Part 1
Special needs refer to the individual requirements of a person with a mental, emotional, or physical disability. People with Autism Spectrum Disorders, Down Syndrome, dyslexia, blindness, mental illness, or cystic fibrosis, for example, may be … [Continue reading]
Part 4: Tax-Time Series- Estate Planning Services May Be Tax Deductible
Did you know that if you met with an estate planning attorney within the past year, some of your legal fees may be tax deductible? In both Merians v. Comm’r, 60 TC 187 (1973) (involving estate planning using an irrevocable trust) and Wong v. Comm’r, … [Continue reading]
Ask the Expert- Powers of Attorney
Today's question was submitted through Avvo by a resident of Baltimore. Submit your question. Q: Can you name two sisters as agents under Power of Attorney, so that either one is able to conduct business at various times? We want to share the … [Continue reading]
Part 3: Tax-Time Series- Are Long-term Care Medical Expenses Tax Deductible?
Janice’s 90-year old mother Merle had to move to assisted living last year because she was no longer able to care for herself. Her doctor certified she could not bathe, dress or feed herself due to dementia and loss of mobility. The assisted-living … [Continue reading]
Part 2: Tax-Time Series- Claiming a Parent as a Dependent
Tom’s mother, Christine, has been living with his family for 10 years. Christine is insistent that Tom doesn’t claim her as a dependent because she’s worried it may affect her Medicare/Medicaid benefits for nursing home subsidies if and when that … [Continue reading]
Part 3: Celebrities with Parkinson’s Disease (Janet Reno)
Parkinson's disease is a degenerative disorder of the central nervous system that impairs motor skills and speech. In its advanced stages, sufferers could become disabled, with problems feeding themselves, talking and walking. Between 15-20% of … [Continue reading]
Part 1: Tax-Time Series – Deductions for Caregivers
As a caregiver, you likely pay for some care costs out-of-pocket. Did you know that if you are caring for a relative, you canclaim tax deductions and credits for certain medical expenses? These can include dental treatments, transportation to … [Continue reading]
Part 3: Changes in the DSM-5 Will Affect Those Who Deal with the Loss of a Loved One
In December 2012, we covered changes to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5) that will affect parents of children with special needs and LGBT adults. This article will discuss the elimination of the “bereavement … [Continue reading]
Celebrate Valentine’s Day and Heart Month at The Farr Law Firm on February 7!
Celebrate Valentine’s Day and Heart Month at The Farr Law Firm on Feb. 7 from 6-7:30 P.M.!
The Cognitive Effects of Parkinson’s Disease
Thank you to Susan Chipman, PhD, client of Farr Law Firm, P.C., who shared her research on this subject. Patients with Parkinson's disease exhibit difficulty moving and tremors, but one aspect of their condition that is often overlooked is cognitive … [Continue reading]
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