Dear Attorney Tully: Thank you for writing the column about senior issues. I only wish my husband would read your articles. We are in our mid-70s and he is in failing health. He still does not have a living will. I think this could cause some problems for my family if we need to make health care decisions. What can I do to get him to get this …
Elder Law
What to do if your Medicaid application is denied
Dear Attorney Tully: My husband is in a nursing home for long-term care. I tried to file for Medicaid benefits on my own in order to save money, but the application was denied because we gave gifts to our children. Now what do I do? Answer: You are not alone. Many people think that they can fill out the paperwork and file for Medicaid benefits …
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Medicaid laws and ‘snowbirds’
Dear Attorney Tully:I am a 76-year-old widow and, now that autumn is upon us, I will shortly be leaving for my winter home in Florida. My family always sends me your column, “Senior Signals,” which I very much enjoy reading. Over time, you’ve written a lot of articles about Medicaid law changes and how it is harder to protect one’s assets. My …
Words of wisdom from television’s Joan Lunden
My law partner, Dean B. Kilbourne, and I recently attended a benefit luncheon presented by SilverSource of Stamford entitled, “Inspiring Lives.” The keynote speaker was television personality and senior advocate Joan Lunden. Lunden is best known for being co-host of ABC’s “Good Morning America” for nearly two decades. In her second career, …
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Keeping your residence is possible
Maurice and Giselle Boucher have lived on their family farm for over 30 years. Recently, Maurice suffered a stroke and his doctor told him he needed long-term nursing home care. “Finding a nursing home is not the problem,” Giselle said, when she came to our office. “There is a nursing home in town where my parents lived for several years. Our …
