Preparing to Write the Last Will and Testament- Cleveland Elder Attorney
If you are helping a loved one that has recently been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s prepare their Last Will and Testament, the volume of information your elder law attorney asks for...
Alzheimer’s and the Last Will and Testament
The Last Will and Testament is one of the most basic elements of estate planning, but one that can be challenging to deal with if a loved one has been...
Alzheimer’s Disease and Planning- Cleveland Elder Law Attorney
Estate planning is one of the kindest things that you can do for your family. It takes the burden off of family members, and ultimately saves time, money and aggravation...
Will Applying for Medical Assistance Cost Me My Home? Cleveland Elder Law Attorney
For most of us, our home is our greatest asset. It represents a lifetime of working hard and saving, and is a legacy we hope to leave to our children...
Qualifying for Medicaid- Can Assets Be Given Away? Cleveland Elder Law Attorney
One of the most common questions we are asked in regards to qualifying for Medicaid is if assets can be given away to enable a loved one to qualify for...
Qualifying for Medicaid- Exempt and Countable Assets
Medicaid is a need-based program, meaning that you can only have a certain amount of assets in order to qualify for the benefits. Because there are very specific rules in...
Medicare and Medicaid – Cleveland Elder Law Attorney
There is quite a bit of confusion about Medicare and Medicaid, and what each covers. If you are helping a loved one that is facing the need for long-term care,...
A Closer Look at the VA Medical Benefits Package – Cleveland Elder Law Attorney
The Veterans Association Medical Benefit Package provides veterans and their spouses with a variety of benefits, including: Outpatient medical, surgical and mental health care Inpatient hospital, medical, surgical and mental...
Determining if a Reverse Mortgage is the Best Way to Pay for Long-Term Care Insurance
Using a reverse mortgage to pay for long-term care insurance is a popular option, as it frees up current assets and allows seniors to keep their current lifestyle while insuring...
Reverse Mortgages and Long-Term Care Insurance
Lets face it, there is no guarantee that you will need long-term care. Because of this, it’s important to think of the need for long-term care as a risk, versus...
Reverse Mortgages to Fund Long-Term Care – Cleveland Elder Law Attorney
Most elders, if given a choice, would choose to remain living in their homes for as long as possible, rather than going to an assisted living facility or nursing home....
What You Need to Know About Reverse Mortgages – Cleveland Elder Law Attorney
If you are considering recommending a reverse mortgage as an option to provide extra financial security for a loved one, or to cover long-term care costs, there are some considerations...