New Jersey residents may be interested to learn that in a recent development, the states that opted for Medicaid expansions during the Obama administration may have more leniency over which residents can be included under their programs. Medicaid expansions used to be...
While no one can predict the future, what many in New Jersey can at least anticipate is that some day they may need to enter a nursing home. This presents a problem for many -- they know they may some day need nursing home care, but their savings (if any) will not...
Sometimes, for a variety of reasons, it may be necessary to appoint a guardian over a child in New Jersey. This person has the legal authority to make decisions on behalf of the child, as long as the child is included in the decision-making process to the extent that...
Perhaps you are starting to think about Medicaid for your parent and are considering completing the application yourself or with help from a friend. However, you should be aware that applying for Medicaid without legal counsel can lead to a denial...
Many people in East Hanover may anticipate that eventually they will need nursing home care. Some of these people are relying on Medicaid benefits to cover the costs of a nursing home, which can be substantial. However, in order to qualify for such a benefit for...
Many people in New Jersey have a loved one with dementia or Alzheimer's disease. What makes the situation even sadder is that a person could live with dementia or Alzheimer's for years or even decades, depending on the onset date of the disease. This means that a...
As many adults in New Jersey can attest, caring for an aging parent is a great act of love, but it is also a significant undertaking. Sometimes, an adult child even needs to set their career aside in order to care for their parent's daily needs. Parents understand how...
