Part of estate planning is making sure that you’re in a position to cover the costs of long-term care. Now, you may never face these costs if you are in good health for your entire life, but most people need care and assistance for at least a short time. But how much...
Care Planning
Why should you work with an attorney for Medicaid planning?
Whether you need to apply for Medicaid in the near future or want to ensure that these benefits are available to you in your later years, the Medicaid planning and application process can be daunting. Working with an attorney could be one of the best ways to protect...
Early plans for long-term care can protect your family and legacy
Far too many people put off important long-term care planning tasks until the last minute. It is unquestionably unpleasant to have to consider not only the potential for your future death but also the health decline that often comes with advanced age. It is a common...
Advance directives for hospice care
The final stages of a terminal illness can be an emotionally charged time for patients and their loved ones. Hospice care is a program designed for those who have a terminal illness with six months or less to live. Rather than trying to cure a disease, hospice aims to...
Will Medicare cover any nursing home costs?
Once you hit eligibility for Medicare at age 65, you may think you’ve got it made and you don’t have to worry about saving for future long-term care costs. However, that’s not the case. First, in 2019, the average monthly cost for skilled nursing home care in New...