Years of research has found that the most common gene linked to Alzheimer's disease is a risk gene called apolipoprotein E (APOE). Recent research built upon what was already known about APOE, finding that people with two copies … [Read more...]
Print This PageComparing Financial Powers of Attorney: Badly Drafted DIY vs. Well-Drafted Documents
May 3, 2024 by
Q. My husband is a handy DIYer, and it has saved us lots money, in many instances. Now, he is insisting on doing our Estate Planning documents, including our Wills and our Financial Powers of Attorney, on his own. I am glad he … [Read more...]
Print This PageCritter Corner: How Can a Power of Attorney Protect You from Exploitation?
May 3, 2024 by
Dear Angel,I was recently listening to a true crime podcast and heard an alarming episode. A woman, Caroline, created a power of attorney for an older man, Charles, and moved into his California home. Charles died shortly … [Read more...]
Print This PageNew Federal Rule Sets Minimum Staffing Requirements for Nursing Homes — the Biggest Reform in Nursing Home Policy in Decades
April 30, 2024 by
A federal mandate that sets minimum staffing requirements for nursing homes was finalized by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) last week. Three final rules were issued to “fulfill President Biden’s commitment to … [Read more...]
Print This PageCheck-in Services to Keep Seniors Who Are Aging in Place Safe
April 23, 2024 by
Many of us have loved ones who are aging in place, who may have mobility issues and who are at risk for falls. We may not live nearby, and we may find ourselves staying up at night worrying about what would happen if our loved one … [Read more...]
Print This PageDoes Estate Planning Include Financial Planning, and Should Your Estate Planning Attorney Also Be a Financial Planner?
April 19, 2024 by
When you go through the legal process of Estate Planning, this includes you deciding: (1) who you want to receive any real estate, savings/investments, tangible personal property, and other assets of yours after your death; (2) … [Read more...]
Print This PageCritter Corner: Making Seniors Wishes Come True and Planning for Charitable Giving
April 19, 2024 by
Dear Hayek, Every year, I give to the Make-A-Wish Foundation, to help make dreams come true for children with critical illnesses. I heard there was a similar group for seniors and those in elder care facilities. What do you know … [Read more...]
Print This PageComparing a Typical Advance Medical Directive to the Farr Law Firm’s 4 Needs Advance Medical Directive®
April 16, 2024 by
Benjamin Franklin once said “(n)othing can be said to be certain, except death and taxes.” Today (April 16) is National Healthcare Decisions Day, a day for health care decision planning. And, in keeping with Franklin’s famous … [Read more...]
Print This PageShould I Enroll in Medicare if I have Federal Retiree Coverage?
April 12, 2024 by
Q. In your latest article, you discuss how elder care lawyers help seniors with planning in advance for the financial and health concerns that occur as we age. I really appreciate the assistance and advice your elder law firm … [Read more...]
Print This PageCritter Corner: How Can I Locate an Old 401(k) Retirement Account?
April 12, 2024 by
Dear Kiwi and Mango, I am about to retire from federal employment. Before I worked for the government, I used to work at a company where I’m almost certain I had a 401(k) that they matched. I am doing my retirement planning … [Read more...]
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