What are Medicaid Spousal Impoverishment Numbers in 2023?
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) has released the 2023 federal guidelines for how much money the spouses of institutionalized Medicaid recipients may keep.
What Does It Really Cost for a Patient With Dementia?
Without proper planning, the individual with dementia and their family may struggle to cover the costs associated with their care and may face financial stress and uncertainty.
When Might I Need an Elder Law Attorney?
Experienced Elder Law attorneys provide comprehensive legal planning based on the needs and wishes of their clients.
Why are Many Dementia Cases Undiagnosed?
More than 41 million people living with dementia worldwide have not yet been diagnosed, according to a report by Alzheimer’s Disease International (ADI).
Why are the Elderly Making a Switch in Medicare Coverage?
A government report reveals a troubling pattern among Medicare enrollees in their last year of life.
Remember Medicare’s Important Deadlines
Learn the most important deadlines you or a loved one will have to keep in mind for Medicare.
Understanding the Issues of Elder Law
The three main areas of focus for elder law attorneys include health care, estate and tax planning and guardianship matters.
How Does Smart Technology Help Seniors?
Amazon is introducing two new features for its “Alexa Together” elder care subscription service.
Elderly Woman Thanks Firefighters for Ride to Visit Husband
An 87-year-old woman stranded for hours by a taxi company was given a free ride home in a fire engine, thanks to San Diego firefighters who noticed she was in distress.
Cost of Caregiving Can Cause Conflict
Family members of all kinds have fought over money matters since time immemorial, but it may be worse for cash-strapped caregiving families. The costs of caregiving activities, including hiring aides, buying supplie, and covering medical and pharmacy copays, negatively affect family caregivers’ pocketbooks and morale.
