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Know Your Options: The Spectrum of Long-Term Care

May 11, 2023
by Michael A. Rolando Elder Law

You've no doubt heard about assisted living and nursing home care, but there are many other long-term care options available. An article by U.S. News & World Report provides an introduction to the types of care now available. Read the full article her

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Alzheimer’s Disease: Facts Versus Fiction, Continued

March 31, 2023
by Michael A. Rolando Elder Law

In November, we discussed some of the myths surrounding Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. Let’s discuss a few more. 
You have to be old to get Alzheimer's disease. People in their 50s, 40s and even 30s can get Alzheimer's disease. This

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The Truth About Using Medicaid to Pay for Nursing Home Care

February 27, 2023
by Gregory S. Schrot Elder LawMedicaidNursing Home

Approximately 50% of all Americans who reside in nursing homes receive assistance from Medicaid to pay for their care. This is not surprising, given the extraordinarily high cost of long-term care. The real surprise is that half of all Americans don’t see

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Alzheimer’s Disease: Facts Versus Fiction

November 9, 2022
by Rachel M. Estelle Elder Law

The number of people living with Alzheimer’s disease in the United States is growing rapidly. So, too, are the number of myths surrounding the disease and other forms of dementia. Let’s begin by looking at what we do know about the prevalence of Alzheimer

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What is the Medicaid Look-Back Period?

September 30, 2022
by Michelle P. Biddinger Elder LawMedicaid

Medicaid can pay for the long-term nursing home care of individuals who meet certain income and asset requirements. However, if the applicant’s assets and income exceed these limits, he or she may not qualify for Medicaid assistance until the limits are m

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Finding the Right Nursing Home: Don’t Rely Entirely on the Five-Star Quality Rating System

May 26, 2022
by Rachel M. Estelle Elder LawNursing Home

The Five-Star Quality Rating System was created in 2008 by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). It has become a popular tool for families to find a quick summary of a given nursing home’s overall level of quality. CMS posts its ratings on

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What is a Pour-Over Will and How is It Used?

May 11, 2022
by Gregory S. Schrot Elder LawWills

A pour-over will is a type of last will and testament typically used in trust-based estate planning. Unlike a traditional will, which directs how your property will be distributed to beneficiaries, a pour-over will states that assets not funded into your

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Is It My Responsibility to Pay Nursing Home Bills After a Loved One Passes Away?

December 29, 2020
by Michelle P. Biddinger Elder LawLongterm CareNursing Home

The loss of a loved one can represent a significant departure from what feels like the course of normal life. Suddenly, there are probate issues to consider and end of life arrangements to address. It can be very difficult to keep track of all of the d

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What Is the Most Important Component of an Elder Law Plan?

December 17, 2020
by Gregory S. Schrot Elder LawEstate Planning

It can be helpful to think of estate planning documents as tools in your toolbox. Each one of them can become essential in the event that you need it. But when it comes to creating the cornerstone of your estate plan, a will is often front and center but

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Did You Know Medicare Doesn’t Cover Most Long Term Care?

December 9, 2020
by Michelle P. Biddinger Elder LawLongterm CareMedicare

If you are planning ahead for the future of your older years and are assuming that Medicare might pick up the tab, if and when you need a nursing home, that's not always the case. One of the biggest potential costs in your personal retirement could be the

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