The Journey of Caregiving- Cleveland Elder Law Attorney
No matter how you ended up being a caregiver for a loved one, the journey is a struggle. Whether you are a senior spouse caring for a sick partner, a...
What is a Caregiver? – Cleveland Elder Law Attorney
A caregiver is, simply put, someone who takes on the burden and responsibility of caring for an elder friend or family member. There are 65.7 million caregivers in the United...
Developing Long-Term Care Plan- Cleveland Elder Law Attorney
An experienced elder law attorney can help you develop a long-term care plan, which is a beneficial planning tool, regardless of your age. The long-term care plan should include: Where...
Does Your Health Care Agent Really Know Your Wishes?- Cleveland Elder Law Attorney
No one wants to make life or death decisions for a loved one. The burden of making the toughest end of life decisions is one that will greatly impact your...
Considerations for Health Care Planning- Cleveland Elder Law Attorney
You may think that you, or a loved one, will never need to be in a nursing home, but the statistics show otherwise. 72% of women over the age of...
Protecting Assets from the Cost of Long-Term Care- Cleveland Elder Law Attorney
Protecting Assets from the Cost of Long-Term Care- Cleveland Elder Law Attorney Long-term care costs can include a variety of things, such as home care, assisted living facility fees or...
Considerations for Financial Planning- Cleveland Elder Law Attorney
Many people think that they don’t need to worry about financial planning when thinking about long-term care, assuming that their spouse will be able to access and manage their assets....
Paying for Nursing Home Care- Cleveland Elder Law Attorney
While nursing home care is the most expensive option for long-term care, there are several ways to cover the burden of cost, including Medicaid, Medicare, long-term care insurance and private...
Nursing Home Reform Act- Cleveland Elder Law Attorney
The Nursing Home Reform Act outlines patient’s rights while under the care of an assisted living facility or nursing home. It is important to understand patient rights before signing a...
Nursing Home Regulations- Cleveland Elder Law Attorney
Both the federal and the state government regulate nursing homes. The Nursing Home Reform Act was passed in 1987, which requires nursing homes to provide activities and services that deliver...
An Overview of Nursing Home Care- Cleveland Elder Law Attorney
Nursing homes are typically reserved for the chronically ill that require skilled nursing care around the clock. The needs tend to be more than what can be provided by an...
Legal and Financial Considerations with CCRCs- Cleveland Elder Law Attorney
Continuing care retirement communities have many perks, but there are some aspects that should be taken into consideration before signing a contract. The federal government does not regulate CCRCs, however...