by Christine | Jun 22, 2011 | Conservatorships, Elder Law |
The study is a follow-up of MetLife's 2009 "Broken Trust: Elders, Family, and Finances" and examines the prevalence and impact of elder financial abuse in America today. It demonstrates how these crimes continue to decimate incomes, impact the health and...
by Christine | Jun 20, 2011 | Elder Law |
A little-known tax rule can help offset the cost of some retirement communities. If you, your parent, or an elderly loved one is reaching the point where living alone is no longer an option – for medical reasons or otherwise – it may be time to consider some time of...
by Christine | Jun 15, 2011 | Elder Law |
Among the many reasons hospitals can be dangerous to your health, if you’re an old person: all that time spent in bed. As we and our loved ones age, we put a lot of effort (and resources) into making sure a hospital bed is available when needed. New research shows...
by Christine | Jun 15, 2011 | Elder Law |
June 15, 2011 is the sixth annual "World Elder Abuse Awareness Day" in Torrance, CA and many other cities in the United States. The Administration on Aging website states "all countries, communities, and organizations interested in working to help bring...
by Christine | Jun 7, 2011 | Elder Law, Medi-Cal Long Term Care |
Link: http://www.smartmoney.com/article/SB10001424052702303654804576343331172222232.html?mod=SM_plan_ls4e&link=SM_plan_ls4e From SmartMoney (May 28, 2011) “Driving a Bargain for Long-Term Care” “When you buy a car or a house, you expect to haggle for the best...
by Christine | Jun 1, 2011 | Elder Law, Estate Planning |
Link: http://money.usnews.com/money/blogs/the-best-life/2011/05/25/living-well-should-include-planning-for-death From U.S. News and World Report – Money (May 25, 2011) “Living Well Should Include Planning for Death” “… you need to talk about this, and not whisper...
