Many elderly persons rely entirely on their children, family members or other individuals to help them. This dependence upon caregivers or family members makes an older person more vulnerable to abuse and financial exploitation. Legal arrangements and protective actions by family may be necessary to shield loved ones from making bad decisions or from being […]
Elder Law – Questions and Answers
November 1, 2014 by Leave a Comment
An elder law practice encounters various legal and social issues related to aging and disability. We are often called upon to address, among other things, nursing home care and contracts, legal capacity, elder abuse, special needs planning, VA benefits and planning, Medicare and Medical Assistance and advocacy, estate planning and administration, trusts and trust administration, […]
What is an Elder Law Attorney in Pennsylvania?
August 22, 2013 by Leave a Comment
As the name suggests, an elder law attorney in Pennsylvania focuses on the needs of elderly individuals. While this may sound simple, as you dive into the finer details you will find that nothing could be further from the truth. Most elder law attorneys advise clients regarding a variety of areas, including but not limited […]
Elder Law Survival Kit – Part 1
May 22, 2013 by Leave a Comment
With so many television shows devoted to survival and doomsday preparation, I thought it appropriate to discuss what families should do to prepare for a long term care event. Given that one out of two people will either receive nursing home level care at home or in a facility, this kit may actually be worth […]
Hospice Care and discussions about care – Some very surprising facts.
May 15, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Many of our clients tend to think of hospice as a death sentence for their sick family members. Some look at it as the medical professionals “giving up” on treatment. Neither of these things is actually true. In reality, hospice care is not about giving up or giving in, it is about giving someone a better quality of […]
It’s a Beautiful Thing?
May 1, 2013 by Leave a Comment
It’s a Beautiful Thing? We recently accompanied an elderly client and her family through assisted living, nursing and then hospice care. When I first met Mary (not the real name of our 80-something client), I thought her an attractive and vibrant woman, full of fun and just a bit of flirtatiousness. I liked her when I met […]
BCWJ Article on Defining “Elder Law”
December 27, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Elder law is an emerging and growing legal specialty that roughly refers to working with people who are entering the long term care system – usually a nursing home. The Truth About “Elder Law” Elder law is an emerging and growing legal specialty that roughly refers to working with people who are entering the long […]
Long Term Care Planning and the Recession of 2008 – What To Do Now?
December 27, 2012 by Leave a Comment
A global economic crisis is upon us. Everyone has been affected by recent events. These events have been worrisome for most of us, but absolutely terrifying for our fixed income, retired or disabled parents and loved ones. A global economic crisis is upon us. Everyone has been affected by recent events. These events have been […]
