As its name implies, elder law is the branch of law that deals with any of the issues you face as an older adult. FindLaw explains that, for instance, elder law includes such things as the following: Estate planning Health care planning Elder abuse and injury Elder...
If an accident or other catastrophe claims your life before you write your last will and testament, Florida’s intestacy laws will, in effect, write your will for you. As the Florida Bar points out, this means that your closest relatives will receive statutorily...
If your parents reside in Florida, you could help them review the many assistance options available. As noted on the Mid Florida Community Services website, in addition to health care, seniors may also obtain transportation assistance and enroll in home energy...
When you first decide to write out your will, you may feel overwhelmed at the idea of choosing a person who will oversee your final wishes after your death. You may wonder what the significance of this role is. In order to find the best fit possible for the role, you...
If you or a loved one are beginning a medicare planning process, you may hear the term five-year lookback. Understanding what that is and how to prepare for it is a serious concern when discussing your long-term care plans. To begin to understand the five-year...
As a personal representative, you take on a lot of duties when the person dies. It is up to you to finalize his or her last wishes. This job is very serious and can be complicated. But you can make it much easier on yourself by ensuring you have all the documents and...
A recent automobile accident has left your child with disabilities that make it impossible for your loved one to be self-sufficient. You may worry about how to provide for your child in the years to come. If you end up in litigation with the party responsible for the...
As your parents age, they may need more help with their daily tasks or even need more intensive care. While you want to ensure they have the assistance they need, you have to remember they are adults who have the right to choose what happens with their care. This can...
At first glance, the estate planning process may seem somewhat overwhelming, but it is less complicated than you think. Here are four basic estate planning tools for you to consider along with a letter of instruction. 1. Last will and testament In your will, you can...
Through state and federal Medicaid programs, you can have access to healthcare services that you may not otherwise be able to afford. The Florida Agency for Health Care Administration is responsible for helping Floridians obtain access to Florida’s Medicaid program....
