Florida Medicaid Reform: It’s Not All It’s Cracked Up to Be

by Laurie Ohall | Mar 6, 2011 | Elder Law, Florida Laws, Long Term Care Planning, Medicaid, Senior Lifestyles

The 2011 Florida Legislature is looking at ways to cut the budget, and one of their considerations is Medicaid reform.  While I agree there are budget issues in Florida, much of the Medicaid Reform seems to be based on misconception, misinformation and...

Working with Elder Parents in Planning Financially for their Long Term Care

by Laurie Ohall | Feb 28, 2011 | Elder Law, Long Term Care Planning, Medicaid, Senior Lifestyles

You may be taking care of elderly parents now or looking at that possibility in the near future. According to a report from USATODAY/ABCNews/Gallup Poll, 41% of baby boomers are helping take care of elderly parents by providing personal help or financial assistance or...

Living at Home with Dementia

by Laurie Ohall | Feb 24, 2011 | Long Term Care Planning, Power of Attorney for Estate Planning, Senior Lifestyles

Written By : Denis Ashauer For adult children the recognition of dementia can either be a slow process or it can be “WOW! Things have changed!” This coupled with honoring the loved ones wishes about staying at home can create a dilemma. For those who are...

Somebody’s Sweetheart

by Laurie Ohall | Feb 10, 2011 | Elder Law, End of Life Issues, Long Term Care Planning, Medicaid, Senior Lifestyles

The month of February and Valentines Day brings a celebration of love and stirs couples to rekindle feelings of romance and devotion. Not so different from young couples are aging seniors, celebrating memories of sweethearts and romance in days gone by. Sit a while...

The Tax Relief Act of 2010 – How Does it Affect You?

by Laurie Ohall | Dec 29, 2010 | Estate Planning, Probate, Senior Lifestyles

On December 17, 2010, President Obama signed into law the 2010 Tax Relief Act which has provisions dealing with income tax, estate tax and unemployment insurance provisions.  What is important about this new law is that it is a temporary measure and, for the most...

Dad, Can We Talk? Answers to 9 Top Questions About Discussing Long-Term Care Planning

by Laurie Ohall | Dec 27, 2010 | Elder Law, Estate Planning, Long Term Care Planning, Medicaid, Senior Lifestyles

Recently a reporter asked ElderLawAnswers founder and president, Harry S. Margolis, some questions for an article on talking with aging parents or other family members about sensitive issues such as wills, funeral arrangements, assisted living or medical treatment...