Taking Over Mom or Dad's Finances
One of the more challenging situations when an elderly parent is declining is having to take over their finances. Sometimes it may...
The End of the Public Health Emergency
May 11, 2023 is the official end of the Public Health Emergency (PHE). It is hard to believe that it was over three years ago that the...
The Sandwich Generation
There is a new generation of workers who are juggling conflicting demands that previous generations rarely faced. Known as the sandwich...
ESTATE RECOVERY
Estate recovery is the process by which a state recoups expenses paid for long term care following the death of a Medicaid recipient....
Planning With A Terminal Illness
A few years ago, The National Elder Law Foundation newsletter discussed a handout the author provides to clients who have a terminal...
Veteran's Pension 2023
As explained in previous newsletters, one of the best kept secrets of the Department of Veterans Affairs is the veteran’s pension for a...
Estate Planning for Personal Possessions
I am frequently asked about how to handle all the personal possessions a loved one has accumulated over the years. It is not uncommon to...
Medicaid Figures for 2023
Every January, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) releases updated figures for Medicaid qualification....
How Will You Afford A Long Life?
Living into your eighties is no longer uncommon. With the doubling of life expectancy since the Industrial Revolution, we have achieved...
Creative Ways To Celebrate This Holiday Season
The holiday season is quickly approaching. Trying to find ways to celebrate with family and friends can be a challenge. Aarp.org has a...