Elder law deals with legal issues affecting older or disabled people. Attorneys who practice elder law advocate for and create legal plans to assist seniors, and their loved ones, in living better lives. Elder law may include planning for retirement,…
The onset of dementia can lead to a loss of financial security due to the degeneration of your brain function. If you are age 50 or older, easy access to your financial assets like stocks and bonds, checking and savings…
Housing options for seniors are undergoing exciting changes. In 2018 senior housing occupancy fell to an eight-year low, even as the senior population continues to increase, as competition for the younger baby boomer market is ramping up and forcing a…
An annuity is a financial product that pays a fixed amount of money every year throughout the life of the annuitant. Most annuities are deferred, meaning the payout doesn’t occur until a later date. However, you can receive immediate payouts…
Your elder law attorney can optimize your planning if you have a loved one who is aging or if you are concerned about their financial and health well-being. Elder law is a highly specialized area of law focusing on the…
Family ties are crucial in the lives of seniors. Family creates a consistent social network and connection that directly impacts the senior’s overall quality of life. Prioritizing family relationships provides continuity as a senior experiences change in their social network.…
A smart home can extend the lifespan of seniors who are financially stable and choose to age in place. Family caregivers are freer to move about their daily lives knowing they can check remotely on their loved one and that…
Envision Jane, an elderly woman whose health had deteriorated to the point she decided she needed to move into an assisted living facility. Jane’s arthritis had worsened to the point where she couldn’t dress, she struggled to get in and…
Our retirement dreams are filled with leisure and relaxation, but for many older Americans, financial problems are destroying their retirement hopes. One article addressed some of the seniors’ biggest financial challenges and what they can do to fight back. What…
In spite of the popularity of aging in place, many of us face the issue of what to do when we notice an elderly relative is having trouble living safely at home. Troublesome signs like a dirty home in poor…