Clients often come to us to set forth advanced healthcare directives should they experience a serious illness or accident in the future. Subsisting on expensive life-support, long past when that treatment might improve life, is not an inviting prospect. For…
Elder law and estate planning are similar in concern, but they have significant differences. The Concerns are Similar No matter what age we’re in, life can deliver some hard knocks. Hope for the best, but plan for the worst. We…
Famous for starring in shows like Animal Adventures, Voices for Wildlife, and Into the Wild, Jack Hanna, suffering from dementia has decided to retire. Known as "Jungle" Jack, he left the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium, where he served as director,…
Currently, there are 58 million special needs Americans five years of age or older, which is the single greatest minority in the nation. The majority of federal and state benefits available to help persons with disabilities are needs-based, meaning income…
The Covid-19 pandemic has brought an important question to the forefront; how far would you want extreme life-prolonging measures to be tried? For us who are particularly vulnerable – seniors, those with compromised immune systems, those already struggling with medical…
Since the 1960’s, lawmakers have continued to tackle age discrimination in the workplace. According to study.com, age discrimination is defined as "the practice of letting a person's age unfairly become a factor when deciding who receives a new job, promotion,…
A doctor’s visit for most people is an important event. Often, you must explain your ailment quickly and succinctly, trust that your doctor has your best interests at heart and will keep your confidentiality; and make yourself vulnerable and talk…
In-home care is the preferred living arrangement for many aging seniors. However, many medical conditions and personal care needs as adults age can cause this to become more difficult due to cost. The cost of in-home care varies from place…
The need for estate planning becomes more and more critical as we age. Many people avoid estate planning because they do not want to think about the end of life, failing health, or disability. Others believe that an estate plan…
Retirement planning is becoming more of a reality for Gen Xers as they journey into their 40s and 50s. There are many things to consider, including finances, investments, insurance policies, legal documents, living arrangements, and healthcare. It is advisable to…