By Chadwicke L. Groover, Esq., Upstate Elder Law, P.A. Since 1779 the United States government has provided pensions for veterans… Read more »
Category: Elder Law Articles
A Profile of Older Americans: 2010
Highlights • The older population (65+) numbered 39.6 million in 2009, an increase of 4.3 million or 12.5% since 1999• The… Read more »
What Are my Rights as a Patient?
Federal law requires that all individuals receiving home care services be informed of their rights as a patient. Following is… Read more »
Medicare Premium, Deductible and Co-Pay Charges for 2011
The basic premium for Medicare Part B will be $115.40 a month in 2011, up from $110.50 in 2010 (a… Read more »
Veterans Pension Benefits and Long Term Planning
Recent reports indicate that there are over 11 million veterans, surviving spouses, and dependents of veterans eligible for non-service connected… Read more »
Is an Asset Protection Trust Right for Me?
The average price of nursing home care is approaching $80,000 a year, according to the 2009 MetLife Market Survey of… Read more »
Independent and Active Adult Living Financial Considerations
Costs Depending on the type of housing arrangement, the costs may range from as little as 30% of income in… Read more »
Independent and Active Adult Living Definitions
Apartments Some apartment complexes are designated specifically for older adults; others have sections reserved for those over a certain age…. Read more »
Elder Law Update – January 2010
Health Care Reform In November 2009 the Senate voted to debate its version of health care legislation, known as the… Read more »
Downsizing Yourself, Relocating a Loved One? Where Do You Begin?
What I hear most often in my professional life is “where do I begin?” This question resonates throughout my conversations… Read more »
