Elder Law

Making the decision to move a loved one into a care home can be emotional and overwhelming. It involves balancing their medical needs, preferences and your peace of mind. With so many options available, selecting the right facility takes careful consideration....

When a loved one is living with dementia, finding the right care setting can be an emotional and practical challenge. Needs may change gradually or quickly, and family members are often faced with making decisions about how to provide consistent support while...

As you grow older, you may find yourself keeping a close eye on your own parents. You know they may eventually need to transition to a nursing home, and you want to identify the right time to take that step. But what should you look for? Your parents may not believe...

Entering a new phase of life often involves adjustments and important decisions. For individuals transitioning to nursing home care, concerns about property and belongings are understandable. Still, it is crucial to understand that nursing home living does not...

When we commit our elderly loved ones to nursing homes, we do so in the hope that they can receive the care and support they need to improve their quality of life. However, there might be times when they need restraints to prevent them from harming themselves or...

Accepting that your parent(s) have aged and have health concerns and other needs that require professional care is not easy. Many adult children have reported feeling guilty. So, will you ever cope with this decision? Yes, you will with a few practical tips,...

Medicaid is a government program that provides financial assistance to elderly people with limited resources to help them pay for medical expenses. When seniors apply for the program, Medicaid conducts a five-year lookback assessment. Applicants must meet strict...

As we grow older, our bodies undergo radical changes. Cognitive function is one area where this transformation often becomes particularly noticeable. When interacting with elderly people, it is important to be aware of the different types and levels of age-related...

Celebrities like Wendy Williams and Bruce Willis have put new faces on the battle with age-related cognitive decline.  Most people still think of dementia and Alzheimers as something that only strikes the very elderly, but cognitive disorders like these can and do...

You may believe that it’s time for your parents to move into a nursing home. But do they agree? This can be a difficult conversation to have, as people are often resistant to change and may feel that they are losing their freedom. That said, it could be a health and...