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Have you been named as a fiduciary for a loved one? If you have been named as an agent in a Durable Power of Attorney, a Health Care Surrogate, or a Trustee for an individual and have since assumed responsibilities for the financial and physical well-being, you might find yourself having to sign documents (i.e.,…

In today’s world of technology, we are constantly bombarded with advertisements for the newest gadgets, fashion trends, and the latest deals on our cell phones, emails, and computers. This also means that scammers have found new and creative ways to prey on the most vulnerable individuals, including people with cognitive and physical disabilities of any age…

Are you worried about your ability to make financial decisions for a loved one, such as a parent or sibling, in the event of their incapacity? Or are you worried about who will be making decisions for you if you suddenly become sick or incapacitated or are in an automobile accident? If you answered ‘yes,’…

New SSI Update: The Social Security Administration has updated its rules, effective September 30, 2024, regarding counting the value of food given to an individual who receives Supplemental Security Income (SSI).  ‘In-kind support and maintenance (referred to as ISM) previously included ‘food’ and ‘shelter.’ Now, the value of food no longer reduces an SSI recipient’s…

Happy and Healthy New Year! Have you made your 2025 resolutions, or are you finding it challenging to become motivated? You are not alone. Here are some tips to motivate you to go from setting goals to implementing an action plan: Update Your Will: If you haven’t reviewed your Will in a few years, take…

The simple answer is ‘yes.’ Medicaid will pay for a home health agency to provide services to assist you with activities of daily living (‘ADLs’). Alternatively, you can select ‘Consumer Directed Care’ and have your family caregiver paid for providing services to you. Here is what you need to know: Community Medicaid (services provided in…

In today’s world, legal ‘forms’ are available online. Companies such as Legal Zoom make it look easy to a consumer – you download the form, fill it in, and get it witnessed and notarized. What you don’t know is: An internet form will not engage in a conversation with you to learn important details about…

There is a lot of misinformation available both on the internet and given by non-elder law attorneys to consumers about applying for Medicaid and Veteran Aid & Attendance benefits. This misinformation is costing consumers delays in qualifying for the Medicaid benefits they so desperately need. Here are just a few of the benefits that an…

How Divorce Affects Your Existing Legal Plan by Stephanie L. Schneider In Florida when the Judge signs the Final Judgment of Dissolution of Marriage it has the following effect: If you named your ex-spouse as beneficiary in your Last Will & Testament, it is as if your ex- spouse died before you; If you named…

More families and individuals in the United States are choosing cremation than ever before.  With that being the case the question of what happens to the cremated remains, also referred to as ashes, becomes an important decision.  Many are searching for an alternative to traditional options such as placement in a cemetery, taking the ashes…