Increasingly, senior consumers are focusing on wellness and affordable solutions to improve and maintain greater physical and mental health. For seniors to thrive and flourish in retirement, technology and reliance on community and home-centered care is a game changer for…
SECURE (Setting Every Community Up for Retirement Enhancement Act) introduced the first major changes to retirement legislation since 2006's Pension Protection Act. The impact of the SECURE Act on some retirees, near-retirees, and their future beneficiaries may significantly affect you,…
As you start to plan for your future, both in terms of financial affairs and health care needs, you may wonder what estate planning and elder law entail and how they differ. Estate planning and elder law also have some…
Your elder law attorney can help you make the most of your planning, whether you have an elderly loved one or are concerned about their future health and financial well-being. Elder law is a highly specialized area of law focusing…
While it is sobering to have open and honest discussions with family members about mortality, it is prudent to do so. No one relishes the thought of their demise, and yet with forethought, you can ensure that your estate plan…
It's possible that hearing is the most overlooked of the five human senses. But your ability to hear is incredibly important, and the longer you put off addressing a hearing problem, the greater the possibility of adverse health effects. JAMA…
Under the Social Security Administration (SSA), Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Social Security Retirement (SSR) are separate programs. However, they may work together in some cases. However, most SSDI recipients won’t see a change in their benefits when they…
The process of estate planning and considering financial matters can be emotional and challenging. However, it is crucial to wisely manage your assets while aging and provide for the family members who will survive you. Your elder law attorney knows…
In the process of approaching retirement age, we may be considering future living options. Everyone has different preferences and needs that should be taken into consideration. Fortunately, American retirees have many choices. Aging in Place Aging in place is simply…
Our toddler years were marked by falling down, but as we grow into our later years, falling down can be dangerous. This increased risk of injury can create a fear of falling in seniors. The fear of falling causes many…