The Red Flags of Elder Abuse – Cleveland Elder Law Attorney
If you know a senior or disabled adult that relies on a caregiver for some of life’s daily activities, you should learn the signs of elder abuse. When many people...
What is Elder Abuse? – Cleveland Elder Law Attorney
Elder abuse is a defined as intentional or neglectful acts by a caregiver or trusted individual that lead to, or could lead to, harm of a venerable senior citizen. By...
Consumer Fraud and the Elderly – Cleveland Elder Law Attorney
Every year over $40 billion is lost to consumer fraud. Sadly, over half of victims are senior citizens. Senior citizens tend to be more trusting, and are home with the...
The Warning Signs of Financial Abuse and Exploitation in Seniors – Cleveland Elder Law Attorney
Financial abuse and exploitation of the elderly comes in many forms. While you most commonly hear stories on the news about scam artists that trick elderly citizens out of their...
Talking to Elderly Family Members about Financial Fraud and Exploitation- Cleveland Elder Law Attorney
Every year, a countless number of the senior population are taken advantage of, often costing the victim their life savings, and the funds needed to provide for their care. Sometimes...
The Cost of Adult Day Services in Ohio – Cleveland Elder Law Attorney
If you are considering adult day services for your elder family member, it is important to remember there are three models of care: medical/health model, social model, and specialized models....
Adult Day Services in Ohio – Cleveland Elder Law Attorney
Due to choice or necessity, many adults are caring for aging parents. The choice to take on the responsibility of care for your elder family members does not always mean...
The Cost of Home Health Care in Ohio – Cleveland Elder Law Attorney
Home health care agencies typically charge an hourly rate, and some have a minimum number of hours per day they must be contracted for. Three hours is the average time...
Are Home Care Services the Right Choice for Your Aging Loved One? Cleveland Elder Law Attorney
In a perfect world, each of us would welcome the end of our lives in the peace of our homes. Few people ever have a real desire to move from...
Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care in Assisted Living Communities – Cleveland Elder Law Attorney
According to the Met Life Market Survey of Long-Term Care Costs, seventy-two percent of assisted living communities in the United States offer Alzheimer’s and dementia care. The care often comes...
How Much do Assisted Living Facilities in Ohio Cost? – Cleveland Elder Law Attorney
When looking at the cost of Ohio assisted living communities, it is important to understand the term “base rate.” For clarification purposes, the Metlife Market Survey of Long-Term Care Costs...
Understanding and Comparing Assisted Living Facilities – Cleveland Elder Law Attorney
Assisted living communities are often a happy medium for adult children that want to know their parents are safe and medically cared for, and independent senior parents that are not...