Though the thought of retirement is an exciting part of the aging process, the moment is often overshadowed by the concern of affording the care needed to remain healthy and safe during the latter years. For many, healthcare costs past retirement could run into six...
Elder Law
Estate Planning & Elder Law: Distinct But Complementary
It is very common. When you discover that an attorney builds estate plans, you may see “elder law” as a separate practice area. Though the skills attorneys develop through crafting estate plans may lay the foundation for a career in elder law, they are still two...
Ways to pay for long-term care
In Georgia, elderly residents often turn to Medicaid to find financial assistance for long-term care because most standard health insurance policies do not cover it. If you, like most people, did not purchase a long-term care insurance policy, you have other options....
What happens when your spouse enters a nursing home?
While, ideally, spouses live together, there may come a time when your partner's physical and mental condition has progressed to a point where he or she is unable to continue daily life without assistance. At that point, moving into a nursing home may be the safest...
Competency vs. Capacity
Though you may have heard these two terms being used interchangeably, they have distinct meanings—and they have specific applications. Capacity and competency are separate, but they are also determined by different people and used for unique purposes. Competency The...
Benefits For An Aging Veteran
There are over 18 million veterans in the United States. Almost 1 out of every 10 Americans has served in the military. These people represent critical moments in our history—from World War II to the Global War on Terrorism. Even the most recent conflict has veterans...
Should nursing home residents have a medical power of attorney?
If you are planning to move your elderly parents into a nursing home, you undoubtedly have a great deal on your plate. After all, not only must you choose the right facility, but you also need to figure out how to pay for extended care. Encouraging your parents to...
What is Medicaid Estate Recovery?
Many Georgia seniors turn to Medicaid to help cover long-term medical care costs. However, doing so may affect the estates of some seniors. What is the Medicaid Estate Recovery program? Medicaid Estate Recovery The Medicaid Estate Recovery Program is a federally...
What nursing home red flags should I look out for?
Choosing to place a loved one in a nursing home is a challenging decision. Even if it is in their best interest, you will probably have concerns about the quality of the care provided to your family member. Fortunately, it is possible to determine the overall quality...
How you can choose the best nursing home for your loved one?
Everyone has different needs and expectations when it comes to selecting a nursing home. If the time has come to find such a facility for your loved one, you should keep nursing home best practices in mind. Features high-quality resident care The nursing home you...
