May 2009 | As seniors are living longer, we are seeing more seniors getting remarried, which can affect them in a variety of ways.
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March 2009 | Trusts can be an invaluable tool. We list some of the many reasons why trusts are created.
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February 2009 | Capacity is an important issue, and it is imperative to understand cognitive impairments, as well as emotional and behavioral indicators.
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January 2009 | We summarize some of the changes to laws affecting seniors we saw in 2008.
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December 2008 | Many people make charitable contributions this time of year. There may be certain tax advantages to doing so, provided the charity is qualified to receive tax deductible contributions.
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October 2008 | More on Veterans' benefits, including the under-utilized Aid & Attendance benefit for many veterans.
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June 2008 | Atlantic Hurricane Season is here. Are you prepared?
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May 2008 | May is National Elder Law Month.
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March 2008 | Not everyone needs to go to court. But if you do, here are some basic tips on court conduct, and interaction with court personnel.
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January 2008 | An overview of the process when a loved one dies.
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November 2007 |
Describes some of the major administrative rule changes to Medicaid in Florida.
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October 2007 | October is National Guardianship Month. Includes some common myths about guardianship.
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August 2007 |
Is there a less expensive alternative to resolving elder issues? What is Elder Mediation?
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June 2007 | What is guardianship, and how is it started?
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May 2007 | May is National Elder Law Month. Tips for finding elder law organizations and an elder law attorney.
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April 2007 | Estate planning for pets? Don't laugh, it's possible, and important to many seniors.
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March 2007 | What happens to our remains when we pass? Who gets custody of our remains?
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February 2007 | What is an attorney-in-fact? What is a health care surrogate? What is a health care proxy? What is a guardian?
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Good Caregivers | Tips for finding (and keeping) good caregivers for aging parents.
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