We recently lost a great lawyer and person. Former U.S Senator Lieberman was truly a public servant, putting his constituents before himself. Early in my legal career, I worked as Assistant Attorney General for the State of Connecticut under then Attorney General Joe Lieberman. My job there was to prosecute Medicaid fraud cases. In most cases, …
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Home Care May Not Be Cheaper than Assisted Living or a Nursing Home
Dear Attorney Tully: My mother is 90 years old and in poor health. I want her to stay home for two reasons. She feels more comfortable at home and it is a lot less expensive than a nursing home or assisted living. How can I keep her home and how can we keep the costs down? Answer: The cost of healthcare in the United States continues to …
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Caring for Someone with Dementia
In my practice, I see families who are caring for a loved one who has dementia. This column will explore the basic phases of dementia, the stresses that caregivers go through and how to lower these stresses. First, here are some dementia facts: ▪ People over the age of 65 are the fastest growing segment of our population. ▪ More than 65 …
The Three Phases of Retirement Planning
Retirement has changed radically over the last several decades in America. Years ago, you expected to work most of your life for a single, large employer and could then count on a pension. "Retirement planning" meant figuring out how to use your free time. Today, in all likelihood you will be living in retirement on money you, yourself, saved. …
When Facing A Serious Illness, It’s Important To Plan Ahead
Dear Attorney Tully: I have been diagnosed with having a "chronic" illness. I don't have Alzheimer's or cancer, but I am ill and probably won't get better. I'm not sure what the future holds for me, but I know I will need more care in the short term and possibly 24-hour care within two years. I am married and want to make this transition as easy …
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