ALTCs
The Most Important Things Women Can Do to Age Well
Aging well requires a proactive approach to physical health, financial security and estate planning to ensure a stable and fulfilling future.
August 6, 2025
ALTCs
What Do Elder Law Attorneys Do?
Elder law attorneys can help with a long list of legal matters that seniors often face…
November 19, 2021
ALTCs
How Does Medicaid Count Assets?
Although the Medicaid system may be a generally recognized public benefit, the intricacies of the program usually do not become relevant to individuals, until they face the need to use it.
November 16, 2021
ALTCs
Why are the Elderly Making a Switch in Medicare Coverage?
A government report reveals a troubling pattern among Medicare enrollees in their last year of life.
October 28, 2021
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What Happens to My Home If I Go to a Nursing Home?
My house is in my name and my son’s name. What happens if I need to go into a nursing home?
August 5, 2021
ALTCs
Am I a Senior Citizen?
There is no clearly defined age when you become a senior citizen. Some people might consider themselves seniors when they retire from the workplace, sign up for Social Security or begin to spend their retirement savings, but others aren’t ready to call themselves a senior citizen yet.
March 19, 2021
ALTCs
Should I Worry about Medicaid Estate Recovery?
Medicare is designed to help pay for healthcare costs for seniors once they turn 65. While it covers a number of healthcare expenses, it doesn’t apply to costs associated with long-term care in a nursing home.
March 18, 2021
Advanced Directives
What Is a Conservatorship?
When an individual cannot make important decisions for himself or herself, a judge appoints someone called the conservator or guardian to make decisions. The conservator has the legal backing of the court in all decisions, including finances, medical and personal care.
March 4, 2021
Advanced Directives
Despite Pandemic, Many Don’t Have an Estate Plan
The Covid-19 has produced a rise in estate planning…but not a large enough one. Most Americans still do not have a last will and testament.
November 25, 2020
ALTCs
What are My Housing Options as a Senior?
Retirement brings with it many changes. Your income may be reduced, and your lifestyle may evolve as well. The big house where you raised kids may no longer fit your needs or your budget.
November 14, 2020