by Laurie Ohall | Mar 19, 2013 | Elder Law
One of the best tips I think an alzheimer’s caregiver can rely on is to educate themselves. Â An educated caregiver can make all the difference in dealing with the stress of the unknown. Â For instance, many caregivers are unaware that there are support groups...
by Laurie Ohall | Feb 27, 2013 | Elder Law, Florida Laws, Medicaid
There was an article in the Tampa Bay Times on Sunday, February 24, 2013 – (view article)Â discussing DCF’s proposal of a bill that targets Florida Medicaid fraud among those trying to hide their assets. Â Once again, DCF is trying to use scare tactics to...
by Laurie Ohall | Feb 25, 2013 | Elder Law, Long Term Care Planning
Florida Medicaid Look-Back For Long Term Care The Florida Department of Children and Families has finally decided on the implementation of a period of Medicaid look-back for long term care programs. What is a look-back period?  When you go to file for Medicaid, they...
by Laurie Ohall | Feb 21, 2013 | Elder Law, Estate Planning
Why Elder Law? Why Do I Do What I Do? Fifteen years ago today, one of the most precious people in my life passed away – my Nana, Elsie Gonzalez. Â I adored my grandmother and have so many wonderful memories of time spent with her. Â She was always around while I...
by Laurie Ohall | Feb 19, 2013 | Elder Law, End of Life Issues, Long Term Care Planning, Medicaid, Senior Lifestyles
What is an Elder law attorney? An Elder Law Attorney explains….When I started my own practice, like most attorneys who open their own office, I took on all sorts of cases. I took on divorces, child custody, personal injury, adoptions, probates, wills – I did a...
by Laurie Ohall | Feb 14, 2013 | Elder Law, Medicaid, Uncategorized
Top 10 things you need to know about Florida Nursing Home Medicaid: Your homestead is protected from creditors.  Creditors include the nursing home and Medicaid liens (not so in other states, like Ohio, that force you to sell your house if you or your dependent do not...
