Category Archives: Elder Law
How Can Personal Care Contracts Help Me Qualify For Medicaid?
If you are approaching or are older than 65 years old, you have probably given some thought to how you will pay for medical care as your needs increase with age. Even after a little homework, you may be disappointed to find that your options are limited when it comes to the US government’s… Read More »
Penalties For Improper Transfers Under Medicaid Rules
With the average cost of assisted living facilities ranging around $8,600 to $9,800 per month in Florida, elderly individuals and their families will probably be considering various ways to fund long-term care. Aside from using personal funds or insurance, the primary option in terms of public assistance will be Medicaid, since Medicare does not… Read More »
4 Questions To Ask A Florida Elder Law Attorney About COLA 2022
Cost-of-Living (COLA) adjustments have been automatic since July 1975, but few increases in the percentage have attracted as much attention as the upcoming COLA 2022. The Social Security Administration (SSA) announced that benefits for more than 70 million recipients would rise 5.9 percent. To put this figure into perspective, the COLA increase in January… Read More »
Medicaid Planning Strategies: Using Trusts To Protect Your Assets
While there is no doubt that creating an estate plan should be a priority for Floridians of all ages, many people tend to overlook a key issue as they start to get older: Long-term care needs. It is estimated that 7 out of 10 individuals will require some type of assistance in their lifetimes,… Read More »
4 Signs A Loved One May Be Ready For Assisted Living In Florida
Aging and planning for long-term care can be a touchy subject for many people, but it is a topic you may need to address on behalf of a loved one in coming years. According to the Florida Health Care Association (FHCA), 1 in 5 Floridians is aged 65 and older and the population of… Read More »
Moving To Assisted Living In Florida? Considerations Regarding Your Home
You have probably heard how a large percentage of elderly Americans will require some sort of long-term care during their lifetimes, but things really come into focus when you start to weigh your options. Cost will be a significant factor, especially in light of statistics regarding long-term care in the US. Almost one-quarter of… Read More »
Guardianship for an Elderly Family Member
You may not give much thought to your loved ones’ need for assistance as they grow older, but statistics indicate that the topic of guardianship may come up in the future. US Census Bureau figures reveal that the nation’s elderly population has expanded considerably since 2010, with the 65+ age group growing by 34.2… Read More »
“Just Say No” to Get Medicaid Benefits for Your Spouse in Florida
For lower income individuals without insurance or the means to pay for medical care, even a simple health concern could turn into a major emergency. To cover their needs and prevent vulnerable people from going without treatment because of financial constraints, the federal government established the Medicaid program in 1965. Those who qualify under… Read More »
Protect Your Assets with Medicaid Planning Strategies
While you may think that you’ll never need long-term care considering your current state of health, data from the US Department of Health and Human Services says otherwise. A person who turns 65 years old today faces a 70 percent chance of needing such services at some point in the future. Plus, 27 million… Read More »
