On Behalf of J. Kevin Tharpe, P.C. | Oct 30, 2018 | Elder Law
When it comes to living situations for aging adults, there are usually a variety of options available. In some cases, older adults can remain in their home in their golden years. Typically, in order to do this, retired adults will require support from family members...
On Behalf of J. Kevin Tharpe, P.C. | Oct 28, 2018 | Long-Term Care Planning
Many Georgia elders are currently implementing their long-term care plans. This often includes paying for nursing home care. A lot of older people run into legal complications regarding Medicare and its qualification process. A ruling was recently handed down on...
On Behalf of J. Kevin Tharpe, P.C. | Oct 23, 2018 | Long-Term Care Planning
Georgia residents who are age 65 or older often encounter challenges related to their estate plans or other long-term care planning issues. Many elders also have trouble understanding the various facets of Medicare, often because the programs change from year to year....
On Behalf of J. Kevin Tharpe, P.C. | Oct 18, 2018 | Estate Planning
You’re part of the sandwich generation, thus named because you have young kids of your own and you are also taking care of your elderly parents. No matter where you turn, someone needs help and assistance. It’s not easy. You love your family, but you run...
On Behalf of J. Kevin Tharpe, P.C. | Oct 17, 2018 | Trusts
As life expectancy has greatly increased in Georgia and throughout the nation, it is quite possible that an elder may live beyond 90 or 100 years. The estate planning process is a valuable tool for elders who wish to protect their assets and also provide for their own...
On Behalf of J. Kevin Tharpe, P.C. | Oct 11, 2018 | Guardianships & Conservatorships
As people age, they may experience any number of daily life challenges, from those relating to mobility to cognitive, emotional or other health conditions. Mental health is a main concern for the elderly as well. It is critical to know how recognize signs of mental...
On Behalf of J. Kevin Tharpe, P.C. | Oct 3, 2018 | Long-Term Care Planning
A brief survey of Georgia residents age 65 and older would likely result in similar answers if participants were asked about the benefits and downsides of aging. Some would like say that they are more comfortable in their own skins and do not worry about many things...
On Behalf of J. Kevin Tharpe, P.C. | Oct 1, 2018 | Estate Planning
Protracted probate court battles do not only result from multi million-dollar estates. Smaller estates, even those with carefully laid estate plans in place, could end up subject to contentious and expensive probate proceedings as the result of dissatisfaction on the...
