by Michael Delaney | Jul 23, 2019 | Aging, Elder Law, Medicaid, Nursing Homes, Uncategorized
We all hope that our loved ones will be able to live in the comfort of their homes throughout their life but generally it is not that easy. Accepting that your loved one needs 24 hour care is the first step. It is helpful to know and share with your loved one that is...
by Amy Delaney | Jul 19, 2019 | Aging, Elder Abuse and Exploitation, Elder Law, Medicaid, Nursing Homes, Power of Attorney
A living trust is a written legal document through which your assets are placed into a trust for your benefit during your lifetime and then transferred to designated beneficiaries at your death by your chosen representative, called a trustee. If you’ve ever wondered...
by Michael Delaney | Jul 17, 2019 | Aging, Medicaid, Nursing Homes
Currently, about half of the population over the age of 65 requires paid long-term care, and on average, will spend $140,000 if paying out-of-pocket. This amount is nothing to scoff at, and yet many have not planned for this financial risk. Only about 7.2 million...
by Amy Delaney | Jul 15, 2019 | Aging, Elder Law, Nursing Homes
If you’re reading this, there is a good chance that in the past you have been asked about your advanced healthcare directives. It may have been at your doctor’s office, prior to a major medical procedure, or even when handling your loved ones affairs. Whether or not...
by Michael Delaney | Jul 10, 2019 | Aging
An excellent and alternative way to improve and reduce challenging behaviors with dementia is exercise. Most importantly, find safe and enjoyable exercises for each person’s specific level ability. It is never to late to staying active, and doing so helps...
by Amy Delaney | Jul 4, 2019 | Aging, Elder Law, Medicaid, Nursing Homes, Social Security
I recently met with a client to discuss long-term care for her mother, and the first thing she said to me when I proposed an assisted living was “We can’t afford it”. Many families are struggling to care for their aging loved ones because they are under the impression...