Elder Law & Long-Term Care Planning General Wills, Trusts, & Estate Planning
How to Find Out if a Loved One Had a Will
Upon the death of a family member or friend, there are many details to see in a short time. The...
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How to Screen for Elder Fraud and Abuse
This is a great article about how to screen for elder fraud and abuse. Elders are the most vulnerable to...
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Immigration Policies Cause Shortage of Caregivers for Elders
As the population ages, the need for caregivers is growing, but more restrictive immigration policies such as those being promoted by...
Elder Law & Long-Term Care Planning Podcasts & Webinars
Learn About Cooperative Elder Services
When: Pre-recorded Event – Watch anytime! Why: Attorney Michael Monteforte invites Michelle Holmberg to talk about Cooperative Elder Services and what they do at...
Elder Law & Long-Term Care Planning Wills, Trusts, & Estate Planning
Long-Reviled Military ‘Widow’s Tax’ Is Finally Being Phased Out
A controversial policy that reduces the benefits of military spouses is on the way out. The so-called “widow’s tax” cuts...
Elder Law & Long-Term Care Planning Wills, Trusts, & Estate Planning
Medicaid May Recover Wife’s Interest
An Ohio appeals court rules that the state may recover Medicaid benefits from a Medicaid recipient’s interest in a retirement...
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Medicare – Know the Difference: Wellness Visit vs Physical
Medicare covers preventative care services, including an annual wellness visit. But confusing a wellness visit with a physical could be...
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Medicaid’s Treatment of the Home
The state will likely put a lien on the house while the resident is living and attempt to recover the...
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Medicare Appeal Navigation
By Terry Berthelot, MSW, JDMedicare appeals are complicated. They are complicated because there are different kinds of Medicare, different kinds...
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Medicare’s Treatment of Two Main Post-Hospital Care Options
Hospital patients who need additional care after being discharged from the hospital are usually sent to either an inpatient rehabilitation...