As elder law attorneys, we keep a finger on the pulse of trends that can have an impact on our clients. At this time, Alzheimer’s disease is one of the most significant sources of concern. Everyone has heard of the disease, but you may be surprised when you know all the facts. Widespread Impact The Alzheimer’s Association is a fantastic source of information about this disease, and they also provide resources for families that are directly impacted. According to research that they cite, about … [Read more...] about Consider the Potential Impact of Alzheimer’s Disease
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Veteran Special Pension Is Often Overlooked
The veterans benefits attorneys here at our firm can help you understand how to cope with long-term care costs if you are a former military service member. There are various different ways to proceed, and the ideal approach will depend upon the circumstances. This is why personalized attention is so very important, and this is exactly what you receive when you engage our firm to provide you with assistance. Special Pension Many people are not aware of the existence of a certain type of … [Read more...] about Veteran Special Pension Is Often Overlooked
Consider a Medicaid Trust
As elder law and estate planning attorneys, we can help you prepare for the future in a holistic manner. One stage leads to another, so it is important to meet the eventualities of aging head-on as you create a pragmatic plan for your twilight years. Medicare Falls Short If you work and pay taxes for at least 10 years, you will qualify for Medicare when you reach the age of 65 under currently existing laws. It should be noted that you would qualify if you have not met this requirement as long … [Read more...] about Consider a Medicaid Trust
Connecticut Medicaid Planning Facts and Figures
We are going to share some important facts about the Medicaid program here, but before we do, we must provide some background information. On a surface glance, a lot of people would have no interest in this subject, because they know that they will qualify for Medicare when they are seniors. Why would you need Medicaid if you going to have Medicare coverage? And if you are going to have some resources, you wouldn’t qualify for Medicaid anyway, right? This logic is understandable, but there … [Read more...] about Connecticut Medicaid Planning Facts and Figures
A Conversation With an Elder Law Attorney
Elder law attorneys focus on legal matters that are of particular interest to senior citizens. Their services are in great demand at the present time because of an unusual demographic phenomenon that is unfolding. The baby boomer generation is reaching retirement age, and this is transforming the makeup of the population here in the United States. To give you an idea of the impact, the Social Security Administration is accepting between 10,000 and 15,000 applications each and every … [Read more...] about A Conversation With an Elder Law Attorney
Preventing Falls – What You Need to Know
Whether you are a senior yourself, or you are the loved one of a senior, you should be aware that seniors are at an increased risk of a fall. In an effort to help you prevent serious injury, a Westport elder law attorney at Nirenstein, Horowitz & Associates, P.C. explains what you need to know about preventing senior falls. Did You Know…? Not surprisingly, the risk of a fall increases with age, putting seniors at a significantly higher risk of a fall related injury. While … [Read more...] about Preventing Falls – What You Need to Know
My Sister and I Disagree about Medical Treatment for My Mother. What Are Our Options for Settling the Dispute?
Few things are more emotionally trying than watching your aging mother’s physical and/or mental health deteriorate to the point where she can no longer make decisions for herself. If you find yourself in just that situation, someone will have to step in and make health care decision for your mother. What happens if you and your sister (or another sibling) cannot agree on who should make those decisions? What options are available to settle your dispute? A Glastonbury elder law attorney at … [Read more...] about My Sister and I Disagree about Medical Treatment for My Mother. What Are Our Options for Settling the Dispute?
What Everyone Needs to Know about Alzheimer’s Disease
As the population of older Americans continues to grow at a historic rate, issues that impact the elderly are now taking center stage in the American conscious. One of the most worrisome of those issues is the Alzheimer’s crisis. Whether you are nearing your “Golden Years” yourself, or you have a loved one who is, you need to understand Alzheimer’s disease. The Glastonbury elder law attorneys at Nirenstein, Horowitz & Associates, P.C. explain what everyone needs to know about Alzheimer’s … [Read more...] about What Everyone Needs to Know about Alzheimer’s Disease
Opioids and Elder Abuse
You undoubtedly know about the opioid crisis in the United States. You may also know that the population of older adults (age 65 and older) in the U.S. is increasing at a rate never before experienced in this country. What you may not know is that the two are related to each other. A recently published article by the University of Southern California Center on Elder Mistreatment explains the correlation between the growth of the senior population and the opioid crisis in the U.S. The Westport … [Read more...] about Opioids and Elder Abuse
Signs of Nursing Home Abuse
The older population in the United States is growing at a historical rate, due in equal parts to the Baby Boomer generation reaching retirement and the simple fact that the average life expectancy in the U.S. has almost doubled in the last century. The increase in seniors has caused a corresponding increase in issues that impact the elderly, including nursing home abuse. Fortunately, there are nursing homes that provide competent, caring, and compassionate care to patients; however, you must … [Read more...] about Signs of Nursing Home Abuse
