Perhaps you are wondering If your loved one may have dementia or Alzheimer’s. How can you tell the difference and what does it mean? Many people get confused about the difference between dementia and Alzheimer’s. In honor of World Alzheimer’s Month, let me try to explain the difference between these two diagnoses which plague the …
Elder Law
End of life issues. You don’t have to go it alone.
Dear Attorney Tully: I was wondering if you could comment on how difficult it is to deal with the deterioration of the health of your loved one. Our family recently used your firm and were very happy with the fact that you just didn’t talk about the law. We found it helpful and comforting that you were able to guide us through the logistics of our …
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How to approach your parents about their estate plan
We often hear from children who are concerned that their parents may not have an estate plan in place. The children are worried that if something happens to one or both parents, the children will not be equipped to assist their parents, and many times the children have no idea where the parents stand financially. Understandably, these subjects may …
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Thoughts on Labor Day, Medicaid and asset protection
Labor Day is a day to honor those who work hard all year for themselves and their families. It can also be a time for seniors to reflect on what might happen to their retirement should there be a need for long-term care in a nursing home. Medicaid is a medical assistance program funded by federal and state governments to pay for basic …
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Should you sign a nursing home admission agreement?
CBS Mornings program recently carried a segment on family members and friends being held responsible for their loved one’s nursing home bills. I had a client come into my office this week with a bill from a nursing home. The total bill for one month was $19,400. That is $646.66 per day for those of you keeping score at home. The services …
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