At Bratton Estate and Elder Care Attorneys, we approach elder law concerns in an interdisciplinary way tackling complex issues and emotional topics in a way that is easy for every member of your family. We will take the time to learn about your family’s priorities and preferences and talk about your unique needs. We never take a one-size-fits-all approach. Instead, we create a plan based on your individual needs ensuring it will work well for you and your family.
Our team — not only attorneys, but also social workers, and a registered nurse — can answer any elder care, elder law, or Medicaid planning questions you have. Our elder law lawyer in Cape May, NJ will not only explain the complex legal issues related to growing older and requiring additional support, but will also guide you through the creation of an estate plan, Life Care Plan, or asset protection plan.
No matter if you need help with a pressing issue or are just being proactive about the future, Bratton Estate and Elder Care Attorneys is here to help. Call today at (856) 857-6007.
We Can Help You Plan for What Comes Next for You or a Loved One
Anyone who has witnessed a parent, spouse, or other aging family member suffer understands the importance of addressing elder law issues proactively.
By putting plans in place before they are necessary, or addressing issues before they fully emerge, you can protect yourself and your loved ones from going through unnecessary stress. You may be able to ensure you and your family members receive the appropriate level of care and maintain a high quality of life.
We Help You Plan for Your or a Loved One’s Future Care
We can help you manage your aging family member’s future or put a plan in place to relieve your family of the burden of making these decisions for you down the line. We can answer the questions weighing on your mind and address your concerns with compassion.
We Treat You and Your Loved Ones with Warmth and Compassion
At Bratton Estate and Elder Care Attorneys, we pride ourselves on being far removed from the typical cold and detached law firm. We want to get to know every client and their family and offer them personal solutions that fit their individual needs.
Our attorneys have the knowledge and resources to address your elder law needs, while our social workers and registered nurse offer warmth and support to every member of your family. We strive to make the process as easy and stress-free as possible on your family. Our focus is on ensuring you or your loved one maintains a high quality of life and the dignity they deserve no matter their future circumstances.
Common Elder Law Issues We Can Address in Cape May, New Jersey
Our Cape May elder law and estate planning attorneys can guide you through any number of elder care issues. This may include:
Immediate Help with Crisis Intervention
If you have an emerging elder care need or immediate elder law crisis, do not hesitate to call us. We can answer your questions and get your loved one the help they need quickly. Whether you suspect abuse, need help with an advance directive, or worry about paying for around-the-clock care, a member of our team is here for you and your family.
Guardianship or Conservatorship
We can help you establish a guardianship or conservatorship if your aging loved one can no longer make important decisions on their own. We can also help you draft a durable power of attorney or other plan to prevent the same need from arising as you grow older.
Medicaid Planning[JK1] and Asset Protection
Paying for long-term care in a nursing home, assisted living community, or even at home is rarely easy for families to afford. Medicare and private health insurance will not pay these costs. Instead, you will need to qualify for Medicaid to get help with these expenses.
Unfortunately, Medicaid requires you to have extremely low income and assets to qualify, meaning many families must spend their children’s inheritance before they can receive these benefits. We can help you put a legal strategy in place that protects as many of your assets as possible while still allowing you to receive Medicaid as soon as possible. Let us help protect your family’s nest egg from divestment.
Life Care Planning
Life Care Planning is a special type of planning that allows you to make decisions about both your current and future care needs. Our team of attorneys, social workers, and health care professionals will work together to determine your current and probable future needs.
We can put contingency plans in place for what will happen if you require an increase in care or other support in the future. This allows us to ensure you have a continuation of coordinated care, no matter your change in circumstances. We will be glad to discuss more about this type of comprehensive plan with your family.
Estate Planning
In addition to elder law, we work with families to help them with the estate planning process. If you need someone to help you write a will or create a living trust, give us a call. We also have a full menu of estate planning tools that will allow us to customize a package that fits your family’s needs.
Reach Out to an Elder Law Lawyer in Cape May, NJ
Bratton Estate and Elder Care Attorneys can help you protect your family and your aging loved ones. We offer both long-term comprehensive planning services and crisis intervention. Our team can go to work immediately to ensure your loved one’s safety and security, and then work with your family to prevent similar issues in the future.
Call our office today at (856) 857-6007 to reach out to a member of our team.
