The Top Legal Concerns for the Elderly - You may have to make difficult decisions while you still have the mental and physical capacity to deal with financial, legal and health care issues. Personal and health affairs management, estate planning and administration, and long-term care and how to pay …
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Medicaid Estate Recovery — Are Your Assets Safe?
by Attorney William Hayes The longer you live, the better the odds are you will one day need long-term care (LTC). For the average person, the cost of that care can be prohibitive. Moreover, you cannot count on Medicare nor your basic health insurance to cover costs associated with LTC. Instead, …
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The ‘Aging Checklist’: What Is It And Why Every Retiree Needs One
The ‘Aging Checklist’: What Is It And Why Every Retiree Needs One Several times a year, a client who is caring for an aging parent will confide in me, “I told my kids if I’m ever in that state, they should just shoot me.” The comments are made in jest (usually), but there is a strong element of …
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The Elderly, Driving and the Law
Elderly drivers can be affected by poor eyesight, chronic disease and medication that might impair driving. States won't revoke a driver's license based simply on a driver's age. However, some states put restrictions on license renewals for elderly drivers. Many have accelerated renewal periods …
Taking Care of the Elderly Long-Distance
The first step to long-distance caregiving is to understand your loved one's situation and needs. Schedule a visit with your relative or friend spanning several days to observe how they make decisions, solve problems and complete daily tasks, as well as the roles of any other caregivers. Get a …
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