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Applying for Emergency Medicaid
Max was going about his daily life when suddenly he got a call he’d been dreading. His Great Aunt Maude was critically ill, and Max soon learned that she would need 24/7 nursing care. She doesn’t have any insurance or savings accounts, and public benefits will have to...
I Want to Move Mom to Alabama. Will Her Medicaid Benefits Transfer?
A job transfer took Harriet from Michigan to Alabama. The move was stressful, as most moves are. However, Harriet’s relocation was more complex than most. As an only child, Harriet was the only source of reliable help for her mother, who lived in a nursing home in...
How to Tell If Your Parent Has the Right Life Care Plan
As parents grow older, we become more involved in their lives. But your involvement should go beyond picking up the groceries and mowing the lawn. It’s time to find out if your parent has the right life care plan. You say tomato, I say tom-ah-to. ‘Life care plan’ is...
Five Year Plan for Medicaid Eligibility
You may be wondering, “What are the chances I will ever need Medicaid.” Well, about 72 million people received Medicaid benefits in 2017, including younger disabled people, pregnant women, children, and older adults. About 52 percent of people currently age 65 will...
Recognizing the Signs of Elder Abuse – and What to Do About It
In today’s busy world, families often hire caregivers for their elderly and disabled loved ones. Many times, caregivers do a wonderful job. Still, it’s important for families to keep watch for signs things are not as they should be. It can be difficult to recognize...
Gray Divorce and Your Estate Plans
Divorce has been around for a long time. But “gray divorce,” a relatively new term, refers to divorce of an older (gray-haired) couple. As with any divorce, your life will change. And any major life changes mean that it’s time to review your estate plans. Gray divorce...
Estate Planning for All Ages
Estate planning is unique in that it touches people at every stage in life, from a newborn infant to a 90-year old great-grandma. Minors Estate planning for minors may seem fairly simple. Children don’t need Wills and powers of attorney. What do they need, then? Well,...
Estate Planning Discussions to Have with Your Family Right Now
Every family is different. Only you can know how to approach your family about something as sensitive as estate planning. But discussions like this will help their peace of mind as they deal with difficult decisions and life events. How to Help You with Incapacity . ....
My Spouse Needs In-Home Nursing Care ASAP. What Now?
Calvin was becoming more frail every day. Daisy, his wife of 52 years, was finding it difficult to help him with his daily living activities. After several trips to the emergency room, Calvin’s doctor told them that he needed in-home nursing care. Daisy was left...
Gateway to Community Living: Helping You Manage at Home
Phil M. lived in a rehabilitation center after suffering a stroke last year. Fortunately, he qualified for Medicaid benefits that covered the high cost of treatment. However, after six months, he and his family felt he was ready to move back to the community and live...
About the Attorney
Bill Miller is the founder of Miller Estate & Elder Law and focuses his practice on estate planning, elder law, Medicaid planning, Veterans benefits, and long-term care planning. A Calhoun County native, Bill is a VA-accredited attorney, a member of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA), and a past president of the Calhoun County Bar Association. He is passionate about helping Alabama families protect their loved ones, their assets, and their legacy.
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Ensuring Your Estate Plan Reflects Nursing Home Care for Your Spouse
As life unfolds, circumstances change, and one such significant change can be the transition of a spouse into a nursing home. While this shift undoubtedly brings about emotional and logistical challenges, it’s also a critical moment to reassess and update your estate plan.
Revocable vs. Irrevocable Trusts
In this episode, attorney Bill Miller discusses the differences between revocable and irrevocable trusts. Revocable trusts are flexible and allow the grantor to be the trustee and beneficiary while alive. These types of trusts avoid probate and can be amended or modified at any time. On the other hand, irrevocable trusts provide asset protection from creditors and nursing homes, but require the grantor to give up control of the assets. These trusts are less flexible and harder to change.
All About Trusts
In the latest episode of the Miller Estate & Elder Law podcast, estate planning attorney Bill Miller discusses trusts and the important role they play in estate planning. He addresses common misconceptions about trusts, and explains why they are not just for the wealthy.
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