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Depression among seniors is a significant yet often overlooked issue that can greatly affect the quality of life in older adults. As individuals age, they face various life changes, including retirement, the loss of loved ones, health issues, and feelings of isolation, all of which can contribute to the development of depression. Understanding the …

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Dealing with difficult seniors who have dementia can be a challenging yet rewarding experience. As dementia progresses, individuals may exhibit behavioral changes that can be difficult for caregivers and family members to manage. Understanding the nature of dementia, employing effective communication strategies, and utilizing patience and empathy …

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Dear Attorney Tully: I read your column regularly. Thank you for taking the time to keep so many seniors in our area up to date on senior legal issues. I want you to tell me what I need to do to stay in my house for the rest of my life. I do not want to go into a nursing  home.  ANSWER: The first thing you must do is make sure that your …

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Dear Attorney Tully: I am terrified. My husband and I are probably younger seniors than you see in your practice, but my husband is very sick and in a nursing home for long-term care. I’ve been told I have to spend down almost all of our savings, including my IRA, in order for him to qualify for Medicaid. Is this true?  ANSWER: Not necessarily. …

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Dear Attorney Tully,  Our family is in a bad situation. My husband is permanently in the nursing home. He is incapable of making decisions and cannot communicate. We are being told by the state that we need to spend down to get him eligible for Medicaid title 19. We have a checking account and a savings account. The majority of our money is in …

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