Our regularly updated blog provides important information about elder law and Medicaid planning in Michigan. Learn about the common mistakes that seniors make when preparing for the high cost of long-term care and how an experienced attorney can help you preserve your assets while still qualifying for valuable Medicaid benefits.
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Stay Active During Your Golden Years3 Part-Time Jobs for Retirees Whether you want to generate some extra income during your retirement or just keep yourself busy, getting a part-time job can be a great way to spend your golden years. But why settle for just any opportunity when you could stay mentally and physically active and give back to the... Read More »
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Filmmaker Shares “The Upside of Seventy”In a recently published article, “The Upside of Seventy,” documentary film director Bob Belinoff shares his joy at pursuing his artistic passion later in life. His age is an not only an asset to his creativity, but a major inspiration for it. He has gained skills throughout his years and it is precisely now, in... Read More »
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Michigan Medicare/Medicaid Assistance Program (MMAP)Seniors are often faced with an overwhelming amount of information when it comes to their healthcare benefit options. With all of these choices, it is easy for people to get confused and to miss out on many valuable benefits and services. In Michigan, the Medicare Medicaid Assistance Program (MMAP) serves as an important resource which... Read More »
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Senior DivorceAs couples plan for retirement, they often contemplate sharing their home and expenses as well as combining defined benefit packages, and social security benefits. When seniors who have been working towards these goals throughout their marriage decide to divorce, their retirement plans can dramatically and abruptly change. Here are some considerations regarding senior divorce:... Read More »
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Ways to Pay for Long-Term CareWhile we all hope to remain healthy and active as we age, there is a possibility that an unforeseen medical condition or accident could limit our mobility and change our medical care needs. While Medicare and supplemental Medicare coverage will cover some costs, these plans and policies will not pay for most long-term care services... Read More »
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Michigan Medicaid MythsMichigan Medicaid Myths & Facts. Attorney Glenn Matecun focuses on Nursing Home Planning and Medicaid Planning in Michigan. Call for free consultation.
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“Mistake Day” On Senior Law Radio (Your Mistakes, Not Mine. . .)It was “Mistake Day” on Senior Law Radio! On today’s show I covered many common mistakes people make relating to their estate plan (Will, Trust, etc.) and long-term care planning. Topics are broad and include: Adding someone’s name to your deed (sometimes you’ll hear this referred to as a “quit claim deed”) Hybrid families (second... Read More »
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Important Changes to Medicaid Planning in Michigan Using SBO TrustsWe are publishing this information for clients and friends of our law firm to give you an important update about how the State of Michigan recently started applying a Medicaid planning policy. Although this may not directly affect you, you should be aware of it and how it affects your estate plan, your family and... Read More »
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Program for All-Inclusive Care of Elderly (PACE)The goal for many seniors is to remain in their own homes as long as possible. Unfortunately, some seniors may experience healthcare challenges which can make living in their home more difficult. For those Michigan seniors who have encountered medical challenges and would like to continue living in their home environment, the PACE program may... Read More »
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Medicare Private Fee-for-Service PlansGetting older can involve developing more complicated health conditions resulting in frequent trips to see different medical professionals. While some care may be routine, often it will also include seeing specialists and undergoing different tests. For Medicare recipients, this can mean not having many options regarding providers and being required to cover co-pays and other... Read More »
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Choosing Between Hospice and a Nursing HomeWhen someone you love is approaching their final days, it is devastating and hard to fully comprehend. Often families are left reeling from this heartbreaking reality only to be faced with the difficult choice of having to decide between nursing home care for their loved one, hospice at home, or a hospice care facility. Choosing... Read More »
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Tackling Senior Depression : How You Can Lift Your Spirits When You Feel DownWith age comes change. You retire, you move out of the family home, your health needs change, and things just aren’t the way they used to be. These changes may come all at once, or they may occur gradually over the years. One side effect of such change is depression: the constant feeling of sadness,... Read More »