Annual Enrollment for Medicare Advantage plans has ended, but the Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment Period, allowing plan changes or a return to traditional Medicare continues through March 31, 2019. Make…
Do you make New Year’s resolutions? Or do you just set goals? Many studies and surveys have shown that a majority of people intend to “get their legal affairs in…
Below are some upcoming presentations by Richard Courtney on various elder law and special needs planning topics, followed by important information about some great events to be put on by…
Persons with Disabilities and Seniors Want to Remain at Home with Their Families Developing a disability can happen to anyone and at any age. At present, Medicaid is the primary…
The holiday season is quickly coming upon us. If you are a caregiver for an elderly loved one, you may notice a change in your loved one's mood as the…
In most years, the money amounts pertaining to eligibility for, and benefits from, various governmental benefit programs change. Listed below are the 2019 figures for some Social Security, Medicare and…
Many of our clients have been caregivers for parents or grandparents and have asked whether they can be paid for such caregiving services if the dependent loved one later seeks…
University of Rochester Medical Center A new study reveals a growing trend of potentially unnecessary - and harmful - high intensity rehabilitation services for residents of nursing homes. The study…
As we approach the holidays, many of us anticipate an abundance of food on decorated tables. Many of us will not be able to enjoy such feasts. Many older Americans…
Following an initial vote in Congress, advocates are hopeful that a federal program aimed at helping people with disabilities move from institutions to community living will be renewed. A U.S.…
