Respite Care for Elderly Family Members- Cleveland Elder Law Attorney
Respite care is time off for the caregiver of an elder, or disabled, family member. Respite is meant to give the caregiver time to rest, focus on his or her own needs and to give a mental and physical break so that the caregiver can continue to provide good care [...]
When the Caregiver Needs a Break- Cleveland Elder Law Attorney
It may be hard to believe, but one out of every four families in the United States has an aging loved on being cared for by the family in some way. That could mean around the clock live-in care, or simply help with shopping and transportation. Because the Baby Boomers [...]
Aging in Place: How Long Can Seniors Be Cared for At Home?
Aging in place is a popular concept these days, largely due to the high cost of retirement and assisted living communities. Realistically, few seniors can age in place until the end, but with the support of family, friends, community resources and home health care, it is possible to be cared [...]
Who Will Take Care of Mom and Dad?
A joint study was conducted by Cornell and Purdue Universities, and supported by the National Institute of Aging,which showed that aging mothers expect their daughters to assume a caregiver role over their sons. These moms will also choose the child they have the closest bond with over other adult children. [...]
How Will You Pay for Long-Term Care?
The rates of long-term care are rising, and the demand for services growing. How will you pay for your long-term care when the time comes? If you have a loved one needing long-term care, do you know what options exist to help you pay for the costs? An experienced Cleveland [...]
How Much Will Long-Term Care Cost?
The most commonly asked question of seniors in regards to long-term care needs "How much will long-term care cost?" Typically, followed by "How will we pay for long-term care?" It can be a scary thought, when you consider just how much long-term care costs in Ohio. According to Met-Life, the [...]
Medicaid Planning With Annuities
An annuity is a contract between you and your insurance company in which you agree to pay your insurance company a specified monetary amount and the company agrees to send you a monthly check for the remainder of your life. In regards to Medicaid eligibility, most states do not consider [...]
What to Do With an Inherited IRA- Cleveland Elder Law Attorney
Individual Retirement Accounts (IRAs) are savings plans that allow you set aside money for retirement. Contributions to a traditional IRA are tax deductible, but contributions to a Roth IRA are not. Because of the tax ramifications, you should consult with an elder law attorney to explore and discuss your options [...]