Resources for Seniors and Caregivers
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by Matthew S. Fedor
8M ago
There are different types of care services available for elders and their caregivers, both in-person and online. Below, we will explore educational, financial, recreational, and supportive service options that can help develop a community for the senior in your life and for yourself in the caregiver role. Read More › Tags: Did you Know?, Elder Law, Long-Term Care ..read more
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Choosing the Right Housing Situation for Your Elderly Loved One
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by Matthew S. Fedor
10M ago
In a world where we are living longer, elder housing choices have become more plentiful and commonplace; but the terms used to describe these options have also created confusion. What is the difference between a home for the aged and an independent senior community? Is my loved one ready for a hospice center, or is a nursing home a better fit at this stage? Read More › Tags: Elder Law, Long-Term Care ..read more
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Aging Unbound: A Multi-Part Caregiver Resource Guide
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by Matthew S. Fedor
11M ago
With advancing technology and ever-evolving science, it is no secret that we are living longer. As our elderly loved ones continue to get older, we want to be sure we are helping them through the aging process as smoothly and as painlessly as possible – not only for their sake, but for ourselves as caregivers. Read More › Tags: Dementia & Alzheimer's, Elder Law, Financing Long-term Care, Long-Term Care ..read more
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Checking in and Reconnecting with Family this Holiday Season
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by Matthew S. Fedor, Amanda Afton Martin
2y ago
This article was originally published in September 2019 and has since been updated with more current information. To say that last year’s 2020 holiday season was strange and exhausting would be a massive understatement. With the pandemic raging out of control and the COVID vaccine unavailable to most, many families had to settle for Zoom parties in place of visiting with loved ones. Even worse, grandparents and other family members more at risk of severe COVID outcomes were forced to shelter away from loved ones, creating even more mental stress, and loneliness. Read More › Tags: Dem ..read more
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Valuable Benefits that Often Go Unused by Our Country’s Veterans
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by Matthew S. Fedor
2y ago
This blog post was originally published in 2019 and has been updated to include the most current information. Our country’s veterans selflessly sacrificed in service of others, but whether due to pride or lack of knowledge, many don’t take advantage of the help available to them after leaving the military. There are many valuable benefits available to veterans—from tuition to long-term care assistance—that often go unused. Many of those who are eligible are unaware that certain benefits exist. Others whose eligibility is uncertain don’t realize that an attorney can help them obtain the benefit ..read more
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Estate Planning for New and Aging Parents
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by Amanda Afton Martin
2y ago
Many life events will prompt people to consider estate planning to protect their assets and family. Many will rush to an attorney before they travel (especially far), start a business, or complete a messy estate administration for a senior parent. An even more common event that triggers clients to prepare an estate plan is when they become new parents, or their aging parent’s guardian. Abandoning their lives of adventure and no longer living recklessly, they sell their motorcycles, stop hang gliding, and plan a family. Young couples often meet with an attorney to discuss their new family’s nee ..read more
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A Look at Conservatorships in Wake of Britney Spears Case
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by Matthew S. Fedor
2y ago
Britney Spears’ 13-year old conservatorship is making headlines once again after a judge denied a 2020 request to remove Ms. Spears’ father as conservator of her finances. Ms. Spears delivered an emotional testimony at the hearing and indicated she may soon petition the court to end the conservatorship altogether. The resurgence of the #FreeBritney movement is a good opportunity to discuss the legality of conservatorships and how attorneys can help. Read More › Tags: Elder Law, Estate Planning ..read more
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Time to Give Up the Keys? A Guide to Seniors and Driving
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by Matthew S. Fedor
2y ago
According to Michigan.gov, Michigan has over 1.2 million drivers that are age 65 and older. By 2025, it is expected that one in five drivers will be 65 and older. This is a trend that is sweeping across the country with more older drivers on the road than ever before. A person's ability to drive can mean everything to them; it serves not just as a means of getting from Point A to Point B, but it also represents their independence and personal freedom. However data shows that driving gets riskier with age and while old age alone is not a reason to stop driving, a number of physical and mental c ..read more
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A Beginner’s Guide to Medicaid Planning
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by Matthew S. Fedor
2y ago
Please note that the information in the following blog post is meant to act only as a general guide. Medicaid is an extremely complex area and varies based on the individual. Your questions need to be addressed by an attorney with significant experience in the area prior to taking any action. As we age and begin to need more assistance, we often hear the terms 'Medicare' and 'Medicaid' used interchangeably, but they are different on a number of fronts. Medicare is a federal program funded through tax payers and is based on age, although special circumstances such as certain disabilities, allow ..read more
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Trending Scams Targeting Seniors in 2021
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by Matthew S. Fedor, Amanda Afton Martin
2y ago
The COVID pandemic has and continues to take both a physical and mental toll on senior citizens. In addition to being the most vulnerable to the virus and having to endure long isolation periods from family and friends, the pandemic has also brought with it a whole new variety of frauds targeting older adults. Read More › Tags: Alerts and Updates, Cybersecurity, Elder Law, Medicare, Senior Exploitation & Abuse ..read more
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