Updates to the Basic Protections for Spouses of Nursing Home Residents Applying for Medicaid in 2023
This blog is about the 2023 update to the asset rules that apply to married couples when one spouse requires nursing home care in Michigan.
Preparing for the Future after a Dementia Diagnosis
A diagnosis of dementia, a category of diseases affecting memory and thinking that includes Alzheimer's disease, can feel overwhelming and upsetting. You might worry that you will lose control over your life and ability to make your own decisions. Fortunately, receiving a diagnosis of dementia or...
Myths about Long-term Care
According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, someone turning age 65 today will have a 70 percent chance of requiring some long-term care (LTC) service and support during the remainder of their life.
How an Elder Law Attorney Can Help
According to the US Census Bureau, more than 51 million Americans are currently aged 65 or older, and the number is steadily increasing while medical and technological advancements are allowing seniors to live longer and better lives than ever before.
The Cost of Second Wedded Bliss
When people marry for the second time (or more), losing assets to pay for their new spouse’s serious illness is probably the last thing on their minds when they say “I do.” But that could happen.