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Even with Vaccines on the Horizon Prevention (via Planning) is Still the Best Medicine
On Friday, December 11 the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved Pfizer’s Covid-19 vaccine for emergency use. Over the next week, an initial shipment of 2.9 million doses will be sent around the US and highly vulnerable people will begin to breathe easy for the...
What is Probate and Why Avoid it?
If there were ever a year to buckle up and learn a little bit about estate planning, this is it. After all, while 2020 is behind us and hope is on the horizon the Covid-19 pandemic has made it amply clear that the future is uncertain and preparedness is the best...
Clearing the Air: Common Medicaid Misunderstandings
With 2020 now receding from view and an end to the Covid-19 pandemic (hopefully) in sight, that sigh of relief so many of us need is finally on the horizon. The New Year brings promise of better times and yet it would be foolish to forget the lessons of the last...
Footwear and Foresight: The Common Ground Between Shoe Sales and Estate Planning
Unless you are familiar with Tony Hsieh and his business approach, the connection between shoes and asset management might not seem obvious. Indeed, even if you do know a thing or two about the late former CEO of Zappos, you still might fail to see the connection....
What to Look for During Holiday Visits to Aging Parents
The holidays are often called the most wonderful time of the year, especially for aging parents. For many families who live far apart, they are also a time when adult children and grandchildren travel to visit aging parents. Even if you are in regular contact by phone...
Can Filial Responsibility Laws Leave You On The Hook For Your Parents Nursing Home Bill?
While parents today may be generally informed that they could be liable for the debts of their children, they rarely consider whether they may actually find themselves on the hook for the debts of their parents. Did you know that over half of the United States have...
Don’t Wait to Wonder, “Do I Qualify for Medicaid?”
Medical emergencies can strike without warning. Martin’s family learned that when he suffered a major stroke and landed in the emergency room. He needed skilled, 24/7 nursing care. Unfortunately, he had never done any Medicaid planning or even wondered, “Do I qualify...
Three Signs It May be Time to Move into an Assisted Living Facility
Did you know that, at last count, there were nearly 29,000 assisted living facilities in the United States? Collectively, these facilities accommodate more than 996,000 licensed beds. This means there are plenty of options for older adults who can no longer live on...
I Can’t Pay for My Medical Care. How Do I Apply for Medicaid?
Almost 90 million American rely on Medicaid for health care benefits. In fact, Medicaid pays for more health care than any company in the United States. So, you may immediately think of Medicaid when you can’t pay for your medical care. You may be wondering, “How do I...
Tell Me More About the Medicaid Income Limit
Sometimes the more answers we get, the more questions we have. The same may be true when it comes to Medicaid. Someone who needs help paying for medical care or a nursing home may be relieved to learn that Medicaid offers this type of benefits. Then they learn that...
Six Questions to Ask Your Aging Parents
When we were younger, our parents took care of us and helped us plan for the future. At some point, most of us may have to do the same for our parents and help them plan for the future. Do you know if your parents have an estate plan? It is not only important to know...
What’s the Difference Between Medicare and Medicaid?
Martha W.’s family knew she needed help, and she needed it now. She suffered from several serious medical conditions. As a result, she found it increasingly difficult to carry on with her activities of daily living, like cooking or getting dressed. Martha’s family had...
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