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What Is The Probate Process?
Sometimes, going through the probate process is necessary. By being aware of what this process consists of and working with a probate attorney it’s easier to go through the process and obtain the best possible legal outcome. What Is The Probate Process? The probate process is a court process that consists of the following… Read More »
How Isolation And Loneliness Can Lead To Deception In The Elderly Population
People are social animals by our nature. We crave human intersections, and while some of us need much more stimulation from others, we all need some interaction and attention from time to time. Without the human-to-human connection, there are several studies that show a person’s health and cognitive abilities can be negatively affected. This… Read More »
What Are Activities Of Daily Living And How Do They Impact Aid And Attendance Benefits?
A veteran who served a minimum of 90 days of active duty during certain periods of war may be eligible for Aid and Attendance benefits. These benefits offer additional payment to a pension to help pay for long-term care services. As a tax-free benefit, certain veterans and their spouses who struggle with activities of… Read More »
Communication Is Key To Reduce Arguments Over End-Of-Life Documents
Nobody wants to think of the day that their loved one passes away. Likewise, not many people want to dwell on the end of their life. However, anyone aged 18 years and over must have some estate planning documents in place to protect their wishes, their assets, and their beneficiaries. And while being proactive… Read More »
Can You Pay For Your Own Funeral?
It usually is not the most exciting or delightful conversation, that is, discussing what you want to happen for your funeral once you pass on. Thinking of one’s own demise or reminding loved ones that no one’s life lasts forever can be a sad realization to have to broach. Still, it is an important… Read More »
Top 4 Tips For Applying For Aid And Attendance Benefits
Veterans who cannot take care of themselves and live independently by engaging in daily life tasks could be eligible and benefit from VA Aid and Attendance. There are specific requirements that must be met to qualify for the benefit. For example, a veteran that currently receives their VA pension and is of a particular… Read More »
Top Scams Older Adults Should Be Aware Of And How To Avoid Them
As soon as one scam becomes more well-known, many more undetected fraudulent schemes are in the works or happening. Unfortunately, individuals aged 65 and older tend to be one of the most vulnerable and targeted demographics to experience fraud perpetrated against them. Scammers are always thinking outside the box, thinking of new and innovative… Read More »
What Makes A Will In Florida Legally Binding?
Most people understand that having some end-of-life documents in place is a critical step so that their chosen beneficiaries inherit the wealth they are entitled to. Despite this, so many Americans do not take the necessary proactive actions to put together legal and binding documentation outlining what they want to happen to their estate…. Read More »
Changes To Aid & Attendance Benefits In 2023
Aid & Attendance defines a specific monthly financial benefit that certain wartime veterans can obtain. As a supplemental form of financial assistance that can be added onto a veteran or their surviving spouse’s VA pension, some prerequisites go along with obtaining this benefit. As we usher in a new year, we also have to… Read More »
Who Can Serve As A Care Giver For Long-Term Care Support?
As we age, living independently and caring for ourselves alone can become more difficult. As a result, the need for long-term care increases the older we get. Although one-third of older Americans will never have to use long-term care services, the vast majority will. The Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) says that… Read More »
