by Laurie Ohall | Dec 12, 2012 | Elder Law, Florida Laws, Medicaid
The Florida Senate has created a web page for people to give their views and get more information on the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act. The page was made public on December 10th and can be visited at http://www.flsenate.gov/topics/ppaca. The page allows...
by Laurie Ohall | Dec 12, 2012 | Estate Planning, Probate
I’ve written about this topic previously (see my post from March, 2012 – Top 5 Reasons to Avoid Probate) but I feel it needs to be addressed more in-depth because I have many clients that come to me with the same questions. Avoiding Probate Most people tell me they...
by Laurie Ohall | Nov 16, 2012 | Elder Law, End of Life Issues, Florida Laws, Long Term Care Planning, Senior Lifestyles
Moving Your Parents into an ALF or Skilled Nursing Do you have a loved one who needs care in a nursing home or assisted living facility? Â Are you concerned about how to pick out the best placed for your loved one? Â Or, if the loved one is already in assisted living or...
by Laurie Ohall | Nov 13, 2012 | Elder Law, Long Term Care Planning, Senior Lifestyles
National Family Caregiver Month is observed every November and has been nationally recognized since President Clinton signed the first presidential proclamation in 1997. Â The focus is on the many challenges that family caregivers face and it is an opportunity to offer...
by Laurie Ohall | Nov 8, 2012 | VA (Veteran's Affairs)
Veterans Day is Sunday, November 11th and it is a time to honor all American veterans who have served, both living and dead.  I hope you’ll take the time to thank a Veteran for their service to our wonderful country and let them know that you appreciate the sacrifices...
