As an older retired person, news about Medicare, Social Security, nursing home care, and tax laws matter to you. Get a legal perspective on the headlines you may have read elsewhere on our elder law news page. Our attorney cuts through the hype and presents the facts you need to make the right decisions for you and your future.
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For First Time, Median Cost of Private Nursing Home Room Hits Six Figures in Annual Survey The median cost of a private nursing home room in the United States increased to $100,375 a year in 2018, up 3% -
Medicare Premium to Edge Up in 2019 After staying the same last year, Medicare’s Part B premium will increase slightly in 2019. The premium will increase $1.50 from $134 a month to $135.50. -
2019 Will Bring Social Security Beneficiaries the Biggest Increase in Eight Years The Social Security Administration has announced a 2.8 percent increase in benefits in 2019, the largest increase since 2012. -
It’s Open Enrollment Season: Is Your Medicare Plan Still Working For You? Do you have the right Medicare plan? It's time to think about whether your current plan is still giving you the best coverage or if you need a new one! -
Can I Give My Kids $15,000 a Year? If you have it to give, you certainly can, but there may be consequences should you apply for Medicaid long-term care coverage within five years after each gift -
It’s Now Harder for Veterans to Qualify for Long-Term Care Benefits The VA has finalized new rules that make it more difficult to qualify for long-term care benefits. -
How to Handle Sibling Disputes Over a Power of Attorney When one sibling is named in a power of attorney, there is disputes with other siblings. It's important to know your rights and limitations -
Be Careful About Putting Only One Spouse's Name on a Reverse Mortgage A recent case involving basketball star Caldwell Jones demonstrates the danger in having only one spouse's name on a reverse mortgage. -
It's Important to Shop Around for Your Medigap Policy Medigap premiums can vary widely depending on the insurance company, according to a new study, so be sure to shop around before choosing a policy.