In our regularly updated blog, we discuss a wide range of topics of interest to Michigan seniors and their families. Learn what estate planning documents are essential in case of incapacity due to illness or injury, why you might benefit from creating a trust, how to use Medicaid benefits to pay for long-term care needs, and much more. To discuss your specific concerns, please contact our office to request a free initial consultation.
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Michigan Parkinson Foundation Offers Virtual Support GroupPlease see the following email I received from the Michigan Parkinson Foundation. The Foundation’s support groups are wonderful, but sometimes life gets in the way of attending a group meeting. Now they are offering a “virtual meeting” where you can get the benefits of a Parkinson support group in the comfort of your own home. ... Read More »
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What Happens to Debt After Death?As many of us go through life, we will acquire and pay debt. For most, having a car loan or home mortgage is the product of secured debt which allows the debtor to use the asset while paying a lender. It is also common for people to have unsecured debt such as a credit card... Read More »
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How to Appeal a Medicare Advantage Plan DecisionThe managed care model of health insurance seeks to keep their expenses low by limiting the providers a patient may see and the types of treatment it will cover. At times, this is a frustrating for patients and sometimes keeps them from the most appropriate care. Medicare Advantage operates under a similar model and can... Read More »
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What You Must Have in Your Estate PlanAn estate plan is something that most everyone needs. While many people believe that all they require for their plan is a will, in order to create a comprehensive estate plan, several areas will be need to be addressed. Your Will First and foremost, if you do not have a will or... Read More »
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Celebrating the Season of Dinner: How to Enjoy Holiday Feasts Without OverindulgingLast month, we had a few tips to help you eat a little healthier during Thanksgiving. This month, we have a few more tips to avoid overindulging during the rest of the holiday season. For some families, the holiday season is the only time of the year they see one another. Relatives come from around... Read More »
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Set Up for Success : Why Trusts Are So ImportantIndividuals and families often rely on wills to define the future of an estate. While the will is an important estate planning tool that works well, in some instances, it might not be the right document for your situation, as it can lack certain protections. A trust, on the other hand, can be set up... Read More »
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Protecting Marital Assets When Your Spouse Has DementiaThere are few situations as heartbreaking as watching your spouse develop and suffer from the symptoms of Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia. In some cases, your partner may have mild indications such as some limited memory loss while in others, they may have severe confusion which interferes with his or her ability to attend... Read More »
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How a Wrist Watch is Helping to Conquer Parkinson’s SymptomsA Microsoft developer has created a motorized watch to help alleviate tremors assoicated with Parkinson's. Michigan Elder Law and Special Needs Planning.
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Nursing Homes and Patient RightsIn 1986, the Institute of Medicine conducted a study at the request of Congress to determine what kind of treatment residents of nursing homes were receiving. The study found that too many nursing home residents were being abused, neglected, and receiving inadequate care. In response, the Institute of Medicine proposed a number of reforms to... Read More »
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Are You Experiencing “Encore Adulthood”?As the Baby Boomer generation ages, the cohort is finding itself in a brand new position. Boomers are reaching retirement age but not retirement mindset. Whether because of financial necessity, an energetic spirit, a simple desire to keep working, or something else, people are continuing to remain in the workforce for years beyond typical retirement age.... Read More »
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More Scary Times For Nursing Home Residents. Will The State’s New COVID “Regional Hubs” Help?The elderly population is at much higher risk for severe illness or death from COVID-19. It’s heartbreaking how the virus is battering elderly nursing home residents. Should we move infected patients to skilled nursing homes that house our most vulnerable? It’s a difficult dilemma. Yes, we need housing for COVID patients – but, no, we... Read More »
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A Gray Area: Navigating the Reality of “Gray Divorce”The decision to end a marriage after many years is never an easy one. After decades together, some couples simply grow apart or struggle with bouts of infidelity. There are many reasons why couples over 50 choose to divorce, and things can be extra complicated in this type of divorce, also known as “gray divorce.”... Read More »