by Michael Delaney | Apr 8, 2020 | Aging, Elder Law, Estate Planning, Uncategorized
There has been an explosion in the numbers of Americans rushing to make their will online. Understandably, the coronavirus pandemic has created the scramble to set up wills and end-of-life-directives. However, online do it yourself (DIY) wills are often deemed invalid...
by Michael Delaney | Mar 25, 2020 | Aging, Elder Law, Estate Planning
Through the use of videoconferencing over wireless devices and remote health tech monitoring, telehealth can connect patients to vital health care services. According to the American Hospital Association (AHA), fully 76 percent of US hospitals are using some form of...
by Michael Delaney | Mar 18, 2020 | Aging, Elder Law, Estate Planning
There is a wide range of home health care services available from daily household tasks to medical care. Before identifying a health care service for information, get a clear idea of what you are in the market for, be it recovery from surgery or long-term care for a...
by Michael Delaney | Mar 11, 2020 | Aging, Elder Law, Estate Planning
A study conducted by The Blackstone Group, an independent research firm, on behalf of Bankers Life Center for a Secure Retirement outlines some very unsettling data regarding middle-income baby boomer retirement care preparedness. According to the survey above, the...
by Michael Delaney | Mar 5, 2020 | Aging, Elder Law, Estate Planning
You have probably heard about the astronomical costs of nursing-home care if you become seriously ill or injured. You might also know that Medicare would cover only a minimal amount of those costs. Private insurance doesn’t seem like a good bet either, if you’ve heard...
by Michael Delaney | Feb 26, 2020 | Aging, Elder Law, Estate Planning, Uncategorized
One cannot overstate the importance of family presence in a senior’s life. Family creates a consistent social network and connection that directly impacts the senior’s overall quality of life. Prioritizing family relationships provides continuity as a...