Trusts are estate planning tools that can help you to avoid probate, transfer your assets to your beneficiaries and minimize the estate taxes you might have to pay. They are legal arrangements in which a third party holds your property and assets to benefit one or more people. At Elder Care Direction, we can explain…
If you are struggling to coordinate the care and senior living needs of your elderly loved one, you might want to learn about a program of all-inclusive care or Pace. Pace programs are comprehensive and offer services for people who are ages 55 and older and who are frail enough to be categorized as eligible…
Legal issues for older adults can be complicated. When you are tasked with helping an elderly loved one to navigate the many issues that can impact your loved one and your family, it can be difficult to know when or if you need to get help from an elder law attorney. Elder Care Direction can…
Dealing with end-of-life concerns can be a complex and emotionally draining process, leading many people to avoid making important decisions about how to handle their issues. While it may be uncomfortable for you to address, it is important for you to spend the time that you need to think about what you would like to…
If you or your elderly loved one are dealing with the complex legal issues that can be involved with growing older, it might be time for you to seek help from an elder law attorney. The professionals at Elder Care Direction are able to assist you with understanding the needs that you have and to…
If your parents are growing older, the cost of their care can continue to increase. The care needs for elderly adults may extend far beyond going to medical appointments and may include such things as staying in assisted living facilities, receiving care in skilled nursing facilities, or living in long-term nursing care facilities. All of…
Estate planning is important as you grow older. The professionals at Elder Care Direction are available to offer you some guidance as you plan for your golden years. One thing you’ve likely heard is that you should write a will at a minimum. If you do not have a will when you die, your state…
When older adults prepare to transition from short- to long-term care, their families may apply for Medicaid on their behalf so that they can secure funding to pay for 24-hour skilled nursing care. Medicare does not pay for long-term care, but Medicaid will for older adults who qualify. For more information about qualifying for Medicaid…
If you are preparing to plan your estate, it is also important for you to organize your estate planning documents once they are completed so that they will be easier for your loved ones to find. The professionals at Elder Care Direction can assist you with planning and can offer some tips for organizing your…
Many elderly people and their family members worry about what might happen to their homes when they are planning for long-term care. The professionals at Elder Care Direction can offer some guidance to people who are planning for their long-term care needs so that they might be able to protect their homes. It is possible…