To fully grasp any of the elder law issues that are important for seniors at the present time, you have to learn all that you can about Alzheimer’s disease. Everyone has heard about it, but the facts may surprise you, and not in a good way. The Alzheimer’s Association is an extraordinary resource that goes the extra mile to provide as much information and real-life assistance as they possibly can. According to their website, the disease strikes one out of every 10 seniors, and the likelihood … [Read more...] about Alzheimer’s Association Has North Carolina Chapter
A Look at Medicaid Estate Recovery
When you look into the subject, you may be unpleasantly surprised to find out that Medicare will not pay for a stay in a long-term care facility. Many people are not overly concerned because they think that it is unlikely they will ever need to move from their homes to receive assistance. But a government agency tells us that seven out of 10 senior citizens will need some form of living assistance eventually. Granted, many individuals in this position will be able to get the help that they … [Read more...] about A Look at Medicaid Estate Recovery
North Carolina Nursing Home Costs Are High and Rising
As elder law attorneys, we advise clients that have concerns about the eventualities of aging. There are a number of issues we address, but without question, the most important one is the matter of long-term care and the nursing home costs that go along with it. Why is this such a big deal when the vast majority of seniors will qualify for Medicare coverage at the age of 65? It makes sense to assume that Medicare would pay for living assistance as medical care, but instead the type of care … [Read more...] about North Carolina Nursing Home Costs Are High and Rising
Medicaid Planning: Definitions of Key Terms
Before you look into the subject very deeply, it is natural to wonder why you would ever need to know about Medicaid if you are going to qualify for Medicare as a senior. This is understandable, and it is one of the core issues in the elder law arena. Medicaid is important for seniors because Medicare will not pay for a long-term stay in a nursing home. Medicaid will pick up the tab if you can qualify. This is why Medicaid planning should be on your radar. These facilities are extremely … [Read more...] about Medicaid Planning: Definitions of Key Terms
Medicaid Planning: Action Is Required
Our Charlotte elder law attorney assists people who are concerned about the eventualities of aging. The major elder law issue of our day is long-term care and the costs that go along with it. Many people assume that Medicare will pay for long-term care, and this makes sense since the program is ostensibly designed to address medical issues that seniors typically face. A lot of us would say that it isn't fair, but Medicare will not pay for help with your activities of daily living -- your … [Read more...] about Medicaid Planning: Action Is Required
Can I Qualify for Medicaid as a Homeowner?
If you are going to qualify for Medicare when you reach the age of 65, you may feel as though Medicaid is not relevant to you. After all, you have planned for retirement, you expect to have savings and income, and you own your own home. Medicaid is a program that is only available to people with virtually no financial resources, right? This is true, but Charlotte elder law attorneys counsel many people about a key Medicaid benefit. The reason why a significant percentage of seniors ultimately … [Read more...] about Can I Qualify for Medicaid as a Homeowner?
An Explanation of the Medicaid Look-Back Period
We are going to focus on the Medicaid look-back period in this post, but first, we should explain why this program is relevant to many senior citizens who will qualify for Medicare. Most people will need living assistance eventually, and nursing homes are extremely expensive. Medicare will not pay for this type of care, but Medicaid will cover these costs if you become eligible. You are probably aware that this program is only available to people with sparse financial resources so there is a … [Read more...] about An Explanation of the Medicaid Look-Back Period
Florence Elder Law Lawyer Can Help With Nursing Home Issues
The prospect of requiring living assistance can be the last thing on your mind when you have been fully capable of handling all of your own day-to-day tasks throughout your life. Undeniably, this is not a subject that most people want to consider. However, you should be aware of the facts when you are devising a plan for aging. In this article, our Florence elder law lawyer will discuss some of the most important issues relating to nursing home issues and how to plan for the future. How Likely … [Read more...] about Florence Elder Law Lawyer Can Help With Nursing Home Issues
Can Ashland Elder Law Attorney Help With Difficult Issues?
Incapacity is something that most of us never want to think about and hope will never become an issue for ourselves or our loved ones. If it appears that your parent or loved one is exhibiting signs of decline in their mental sharpness, it would be a good idea to start considering how to make sure they can take care of themselves. Common signs of possible incapacity are disorientation and memory loss. If you have noticed either of these signs or anything else that may concern you, discuss your … [Read more...] about Can Ashland Elder Law Attorney Help With Difficult Issues?
Opportunists, Predators Prey On Elderly
Within the elder law community, there is a great deal of concern about the apparently burgeoning plague of elder financial abuse. According to a Consumer Financial Protection Bureau report (summarized in an article from the Northern Kentucky Tribune), this problem is on the rise, costing seniors (and their eventual heirs) billions of dollars. The CFPB broadly describes two different types of scenarios that are common within this arena. One of them involves crimes of opportunity. These … [Read more...] about Opportunists, Predators Prey On Elderly
