by kevintharpe | Mar 22, 2021 | Elder Law, Uncategorized
Perhaps the only thing more common than this term is how frequently it is misunderstood. One such reason is that it is usually discussed alongside another program called Medicaid. There are only two letters that are different between both words. Add in the idea that...
by kevintharpe | Feb 22, 2021 | Elder Law, Uncategorized
As we age, a certain degree of memory loss is normal. How many of us have walked into a room and forgotten what we intended to do there or been in the middle of a discussion only to forget the other person’s original question? This is why it can be hard to detect the...
On Behalf of J. Kevin Tharpe, P.C. | Feb 9, 2021 | Elder Law
To prepare for your eventual retirement, you look into Medicare and ways to reduce the cost of elderly health care. You discover that Medicare only does so much and that you may require additional financial assistance. What options do you have? Medicare Interactive...
On Behalf of J. Kevin Tharpe, P.C. | Jan 20, 2021 | Elder Law
If your spouse needs nursing home care, he or she may be eligible for assistance through Georgia’s nursing home Medicaid program. To qualify for this program, your spouse must meet certain strict income and asset limits. However, this does not mean that you will need...
On Behalf of J. Kevin Tharpe, P.C. | Jan 19, 2021 | Elder Law
When planning for your senior years, you may need to give some thought to what might occur if you become incapacitated. An illness or unexpected accident may require your admission to a long-term care facility. If your condition renders you unable to make decisions...
On Behalf of J. Kevin Tharpe, P.C. | Jan 18, 2021 | Elder Law
Growing older increases the risk of serious medical issues and illnesses. For some people, these issues are incapacitating, both physically and mentally. When a person is incapacitated, they can no longer make reasonable decisions about their affairs. This is where a...
On Behalf of J. Kevin Tharpe, P.C. | Dec 8, 2020 | Elder Law, Long-Term Care Planning
No one wants to leave their home behind. It is a familiar and cherished place where they made memories with their loved ones. This is why it is understandable that your aging parents may strongly oppose transitioning into an assisted living facility or nursing home....
On Behalf of J. Kevin Tharpe, P.C. | Oct 22, 2020 | Elder Law
Many people are aware that estate planning for asset protection and distribution is important. However, not as many understand that preparing for medical situations should also be a part of the plan. An advance directive for health care outlines a patient’s wishes in...
On Behalf of J. Kevin Tharpe, P.C. | Oct 8, 2020 | Elder Law
Proving neglect or abuse against an elder is not always an easy task. However, if you suspect there is something happening, then you should do everything possible to report it and get the person help. The Georgia Department of Human Services explains the state defines...
On Behalf of J. Kevin Tharpe, P.C. | Oct 6, 2020 | Elder Law
You have noticed that something has not been right the last few times you visited your father who now lives in a nursing home. He seems more agitated and skittish than usual. There is fear and anxiety along with some bruises on his face and arms. This is a concerning...
