In Mississippi, a diagnosis of dementia will not, of itself, prevent a person from executing valid legal documents such as wills, trusts or powers of attorney as long as the…
Since the 1960s, Medicaid has provided health care coverage for low-income people across the United States. For millions of seniors, Medicaid offers financial assistance, helping them to cover the cost of…
More than 65 million seniors across the country benefit from Medicare, a government health insurance program. When Does Medicare Start? At age 65, you become eligible for Medicare if you…
Your most valuable property may be your home, which is true for many people. You likelywant your children to inherit that value when you pass away. However,you mayalso haveconcernsaboutplanningfor the…
The American Hospital Association estimates that half of Americans suffer from chronic conditions like heart disease, diabetes, and cancer. Following a diagnosis, many experience concerns about the kind of care…
An Alzheimer’s or dementia diagnosis can be a challenging journey for the person and family alike. When the diagnosis occurs, a ticking clock begins on the timeline for getting proper…
About 5 percent of non-elderly veterans — about 400,000 individuals — are projected to be uninsured in 2024, according to a new Urban Institute report. More than half, or 52.3…
When working with an attorney to prepare for your future and address the challenges associated with aging, you will likely come across the term “incapacitated.” Incapacitated Definition Someone who is…
The No Surprises Act is a federal law enacted to protect patients from unexpected medical bills incurred on or after January 1, 2022. It aims to address the issue of…
A great many disabled adults in Mississippi, including a number of our clients, receive Medicaid assistance (personal care attendants, home-delivered meals, adult day care) through the Medicaid Elderly & Disabled…
