People with dementia committing crimes is a sensitive topic, one that doesn’t always get a lot of attention. To explore this issue, the Life Care Planning Law Firms Association consulted with our Elder Care Coordinator and Certified Dementia Practitioner, Katie Knook, who explains what happens when a person with dementia behaves in a way that … Read More »
Estate planning — it is an incredibly important tool, not just for the uber wealthy or those thinking about retirement. On the contrary, estate planning is something every adult should do. Estate planning can help you accomplish any number of goals, including appointing guardians for minor children, choosing healthcare agents to make decisions for you … Read More »
You may have worked closely with an estate planning attorney to create a solid estate plan designed to achieve your goals, but you are probably wondering how to ensure that your plan will be administered in the way you desire when the time comes. If the successor trustee you have chosen is a family member … Read More »
October is when we celebrate National Physical Therapy month! Physical therapists and physical therapy assistants are experts in movement and optimizing function. They provide clinical skills that not only help you recover from an acute illness but can also help you manage chronic conditions with a more holistic approach; avoiding surgery and long-term opioid use. … Read More »
Established by the National Center for Assisted Living (NCAL) in 1995, National Assisted Living Week is a weeklong celebration that provides a unique opportunity for residents, their loved ones, staff, volunteers, and the surrounding communities to recognize the role of assisted living in caring for our senior population. This year, COVID has been an enormous, … Read More »
“What is Medicaid?” It is one of the most common questions we get. The short answer: Medicaid is a program that provides low-cost healthcare services for applicants who meet the necessary qualifications. The covered services will vary depending on the recipient’s state of residence, and whether they live at-home, in the community, or in an … Read More »
Planning for someone with special needs can improve quality of life for the person and their family. Generally, our goal is to help the disabled person’s loved ones to protect and set aside resources to be used for their long-term care needs. Special needs planning requires a special set of tools because there are many … Read More »
We are proud to announce that our Elder Care Coordinator, Katie Knook, has earned her Certificate in Elder Care Coordination (CECC). Over the last 15 weeks, Katie has successfully completed three online courses through the Life Care Planning Law Firms Association (LCPLFA) in collaboration with The Stockton Center on Successful Aging at the Richard Stockton … Read More »
As we continue to adjust to the new normal, many family caregivers find themselves struggling with their living situation. If you are caring for an elderly parent during these new and difficult times, our Elder Care Coordinator, Katie Knook, shares some tips on how to keep your aging loved ones socially engaged, physically active, and … Read More »
Having an updated last will and testament is more important than ever, especially now. However, a will that is poorly created or not frequently updated can be vulnerable to contestation. What is contestation? It is the formal objection to a will’s (or trust’s) validity because it either: a) doesn’t reflect the wishes of the person … Read More »
