by Christine Brown | Aug 25, 2023 | Elder Care, Elder Law, Long Term Care
Planning for a future where you can age comfortably in your own home is a crucial part of elder law and estate planning. It’s about anticipating your needs as you grow older and making arrangements to meet them, allowing you to maintain independence and quality...
by Christine Brown | May 29, 2023 | Elder Care, Elder Law, Long Term Care, Medi-Cal
As you navigate the complexities of Torrance elder law and long-term care planning, one crucial aspect to understand is Medicaid recovery. In this blog post, we’ll explore the concept of Medicaid recovery, how it impacts elder law clients, and what steps you can...
by Christine Brown | Dec 28, 2022 | Elder Care, Elder Law, Estate Tax Returns, Long Term Care
You might have heard the term “community spouse” and wondered what it means. Essentially, if one spouse receives long-term care in a nursing home, the spouse living outside the nursing home is considered the community spouse. Here, our legal team explains why...
by Christine Brown | Mar 9, 2022 | Elder Care, Elder Law, Long Term Care
Typically, the decision to place your loved one in a long-term care facility is an emotional one. You might not have the time or ability to take care of your family member yourself. You worry about their well-being if they live alone and don’t receive the daily...
by Christine Brown | Dec 8, 2021 | Elder Care, Elder Law, Long Term Care
It’s a daunting task when your spouse enters a nursing home for long-term care, especially considering all of the logistical nightmares and care coordination concerns that are part and parcel of such a move. Throw in financial planning for Medi-Cal eligibility and...
by Christine Brown | May 10, 2021 | Elder Law, Estate Planning, Long Term Care
Many veterans and their families are unaware of the availability of the Aid and Attendance pension benefit for veterans over the age of 65 through the Department of Veterans Affairs. These benefits can be used to help offset long-term care costs for older veterans who...
