People can misunderstand what Medicaid coverage looks like and who is actually covered, adversely affecting their long-term care plans. To avoid missing out on critical benefits and exhausting your own resources in the interest of qualifying for coverage, read on for...
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School and elder care: Tips to help you manage both
If you are a parent who also takes care of your parent, you could be nervous about how this school year will affect your schedules. Kids may be in the classroom or distance learning, and there can be activities starting up or coming to an end, which can complicate...
Tips for talking to nursing home staff about care concerns
Having a loved one in a nursing home may not be what you hoped for or expected, but it can be the best place for them to receive the care they require. However, you can still advocate for their needs if you feel changes are necessary. This could be the case if you are...
Are all trusts the same?
Establishing a trust can be a wise decision for anyone who wants to shield assets from probate or make it easier to transfer property. However, not all trusts are the same. There are specific benefits and limitations of every type of trust. To protect your wishes and...
Protecting your nest egg when your kids return home
Did you know that more than half of adults between the ages of and 18 and 29 live with their parents? This statistic, which comes from the Pew Research Center, reflects the highest number of young adults living with at least one parent since before the Great...
Terminating a conservatorship in Colorado
If someone you love becomes ill and can no longer take care of themselves, the courts may appoint a conservator. This person has the authority to make decisions on that person’s behalf. This legal tool can provide reassurance that a vulnerable person is not...
Testamentary capacity: What to know about this legal threshold
Cognitive function is an essential element when it comes to creating a legal document, whether a person is agreeing to get married or deciding how to distribute property after death. If someone's mental capabilities are in question, anything he or she signs could face...
Making a care plan? Consider what you’d want in a nursing home
The end-of-life care we receive greatly affects our quality of life and the legacy we leave behind. In many cases, this care happens in a nursing home facility. Unfortunately, too often, the decision on where someone receives care has more to do with financial...
How your home can affect long-term care plans
Being at home is often the most comfortable place to be. And owning a home can give people a great sense of stability and safety. However, a home can take on different meanings as a person gets older and starts thinking about their long-term care needs. In this...
Preparing for a telehealth appointment
People of all ages depend on Medicaid to cover their medical expenses. And though this program has been in place for decades, it changes as the laws and available technology change. Often, these changes improve recipients’ experiences, but sometimes they create new...
