Elder Law

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...

It can be difficult to know when it’s time for elderly parents to move into a nursing home. And every family situation is unique. Family members have to consider factors like the type of care the person needs, the proximity of other family members and the cost. The...

It can be difficult for elderly people to move into a nursing home or other care facility. They may be very resistant to the idea. It is often up to their adult children to decide when it’s time to make this move. But that doesn’t mean that it’s easy for these...

Undue influence refers to a situation in which an individual manipulates or pressures another person into making decisions that are not in their best interests. For Texas families, it can be particularly concerning to have older members, who may be more vulnerable to...

Financial and legal planning is essential to preparing for the later years of life in Texas. One important step in this process is meeting with an elder law attorney, who can provide guidance and advice on various issues related to aging and long-term care. Preserving...