Should You Use “Do-It-Yourself (DIY)” Legal Forms?
With the advancement of technology and widespread social media outlets, there are unlimited resources available. On YouTube you can get step-by-step instructions on just about anything. The home...
View ArticleMedicaid Asset Protection: What It Is and Why You Should Start Planning Now
After years of hard work, your retirement plans might include rest, travel, taking up hobbies, and so on. But the harsh reality is that many of us will end up needing expensive long-term care...
View ArticleIs Contactless Estate Planning Possible During COVID-19?
Everyone needs an estate plan. But with COVID-19 restrictions, preparing one might seem difficult or even impossible. By adapting to our current limitations and harnessing technology, contactless...
View ArticleThe Connection Between an Elder Law Attorney and Applying for Medicaid
More than 65 million people currently receive Medicaid. So, you probably know someone who has applied for Medicaid benefits. At least 21% of Medicaid recipients fall into the 46+ age group. It’s this...
View Article4 Online Sources for Nursing Home Reviews
In Pennsylvania, over 75,000 people live in nursing homes. In most cases, someone probably took the time to check out facilities before choosing one. Fortunately, the Internet offers several ways to...
View ArticleMedicare Beneficiaries May Qualify for an Additional Pandemic-Related Benefit
As of October 4, 2020, almost 60,000 nursing home residents have died from coronavirus. Nursing homes were hit particularly hard by the disease. But COVID-19 also disrupted medical treatment for...
View ArticleHow to Overcome the Holiday Blues
AlexMilzer from Senior Directory Joins Slutsky Elder Law as a Guest Contributor From turkey and gravy on Thanksgiving to the ball dropping on new years eve, the holiday season occupies nearly six weeks...
View Article5 Reasons to Review Your Plan During Medicare Open Enrollment
An annual physical is a must for many people. We take our cars in for regular maintenance to avoid problems down the road. And it’s only natural to look over financial accounts and tweak our plans...
View ArticleCan I Handle My Social Security Account Online?
In the past, we usually conducted personal business in person or by telephone. Now, more than ever before, it’s time to consider online options instead. Shopping via the Internet is one thing, but what...
View ArticleA Long Term Care Benefits ~ Important Update
Three years ago, the Veterans Administration issued proposed regulations that were to significantly reduce the number of veterans eligible to receive enhanced pension benefits if they needed long term...
View ArticleBackdoor Roth IRA: Take Advantage of Low Tax Rates While You Can
Saving for retirement is a top priority for many people. Fortunately, there are programs and investment options to help people make the most of their retirement bucks. As a result of lower taxes...
View ArticleThe Sandwich Generation: Coping with Intergenerational Caregiving
About 11 million people in the United States currently serve as part-time or full-time multi-generational caregivers. Members of this “sandwich generation” simultaneously care for their children and...
View ArticleA Simple Guide to Claiming and Maximizing Social Security Benefits
Over 64 million people received some form of Social Security benefits in October 2020. The majority received retirement benefits. Likely, many of these recipients did not know about some of the...
View ArticleGovernment Nursing Home Incentives Don’t Always Work as Expected
Medicare covers skilled nursing facility care for millions of Americans each year. Another government program – Medicaid – covers even more nursing home costs than Medicare. These programs provide...
View ArticleHow to Talk to Your Aging Parents About Finances
About 64% of us feel stressed about money, according to a recent study by the American Psychological Association. Anxious feelings about money do not necessarily diminish as we reach retirement age....
View ArticleFAQs About COVID-19 Stimulus Checks
Even with extensive news coverage, questions surround the government’s COVID-19 stimulus check programs. This article should answer some of the most frequently asked questions. Am I eligible to receive...
View ArticleRetirees, Don’t Miss These Critical 2021 Dates
As retirees, you might focus more on enjoying retirement instead of working on retirement plans, taxes, and healthcare. However, important dates are coming up in all three areas. We have prepared a...
View ArticleStrengthening Medicare: The Center for Medicare Advocacy’s Suggestions for...
The Center for Medicare Advocacy (the “Center”) works toward providing better Medicare coverage and health care, especially for older people and people with disabilities. In a transition memo to the...
View ArticleIs “I Care a Lot” a Cautionary Tale about Guardianship?
If you are in the eldercare field, the Netflix production I Care a Lot has been getting a lot of interest lately. It is both a cautionary tale (horror story) and an example of how a system intended to...
View ArticleCan I Handle My Social Security Account Online?
In the past, we usually conducted personal business in person or by telephone. Now, more than ever before, it’s time to consider online options instead. Shopping via the Internet is one thing, but what...
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