by Michael B. Bridges, Attorney; Dobson, Jones, Ball, Phillips & Bridges, P.A. Yes, if certain requirements are satisfied and the… Read more »
Category: Elder Law Articles
Top 5 Most Common Myths on Law and Aging
by Alyson C. Fudge 1. I have a will, so my estate will not go through probate. The whole purpose of a… Read more »
Who Will be Your Voice?
by H. Stewart James, Babb & Brown, P.C., Attorneys at Law It’s a scenario that plays out not only in… Read more »
VA Aid & Attendance Benefits: Providing for Those Who Have Given So Much
By Chadwicke L. Groover, Esq., Upstate Elder Law, P.A. Since 1779 the United States government has provided pensions for veterans… Read more »
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 »
