Elder Law and Medicaid Planning

Life is full of curveballs, and they can affect the people you care about. For example, lives can change quickly with an aging parent who cannot manage their finances anymore or an injured relative who cannot make medical decisions regarding their health. This is...

Florida has a large and growing senior population, mainly due to its warm climate and friendly tax policies. As people age, the likelihood of needing some form of long-term assistance increases. Long-term care planning is one integral aspect of the estate planning...

Alzheimer's is a severe condition that often sets in with age, affecting seniors. Florida acknowledges that it could impact a significant part of the state's population, prompting the local government to establish the Alzheimer's Disease Initiative (ADI). This respite...

In some situations, individuals might be unable to make legal decisions. It usually happens when they have health conditions that cause an incapacity to exercise their legal rights, especially about matters regarding their property. Fortunately, the law has provisions...

Florida is now home to the country’s fastest-aging population with Alzheimer’s dementia. By 2025, a projected 720,000 senior Floridians will have this brain disease. Although often used interchangeably, Alzheimer’s is the leading cause of dementia. On the other hand,...

Thanks to the prevalence of the internet, online scams can be found everywhere. While most are easy to spot and avoid, they can still fool more senior individuals, popular targets for cyber fraudsters. Such was the case with a 74-year-old woman from Hilton Head, SC,...

Florida values elders and considers them vital members of society who deserve respect. However, the older people get, the more vulnerable they can be. They may experience maltreatment in various forms. Fortunately, state law has provisions legally protecting elders...

With advancing years comes infirmity. Eventually, putting your parents into an assisted living community may be the wisest. These residences are havens for those in need of continual care. Enrolling in such centers, though, can be expensive. There might be uncertainty...

When your loved ones enter a care facility, you expect the staff to provide quality care. Unfortunately, many people within vulnerable populations suffer neglect and abuse at the hands of their caregivers. Understanding the emotional side effects of abuse can help you...

Medicaid is a government-based health insurance for lower-income individuals. To get these benefits, you must qualify under income guidelines. The state will consider assets when determining your eligibility. Many older adults want to get Medicaid benefits because...