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A Memorial Day Message From Secretary of Veterans Affairs Eric K. Shinseki

This weekend, Americans in large numbers will visit our national cemeteries and other final resting places to honor their loved ones, their friends, neighbors, colleagues, even some unknown to them—men and women who gave their lives in defense of our Nation.  

 

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Adult day services for dementia patients provide stress relief to family caregivers

Family caregivers of older adults with dementia are less stressed and their moods are improved on days when dementia patients receive adult day services (ADS), according to Penn State researchers. 

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Are you caring for a loved one or a not so loved one?

Caregiving is difficult work but we tend to hear about how rewarding it is to care for a loved one.
 

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Medicare and Hospitals Transparency

If you or a loved one is on Medicare, you might find this interesting. How much does Medicare really pay on your hospital bill? How much is the "write off?"

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More senior citizens are living in poverty

A new analysis by Kaiser Family Foundation finds that the share of seniors living in poverty is at least double the official rate in twelve states.

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Press Releases

December 3, 2010: Elder Law Practice sponsors professional education workshop

December 1, 2010: Tim Takacs recognized in Mid-South Super Lawyers Magazine for fifth consecutive year

August 13, 2010: Medicare & Medicaid Turn 45

June 25, 2010: Takacs Named to 2010 Best Lawyers List

May 26, 2010: Health Care Reform Offers Hope for Seniors

November 21, 2009: Middle Tennessee Geriatric Professionals Gather for Time Out Workshop

September 29, 2009: Takacs to Deliver VA Benefit Accreditation Course

August 19, 2009: Takacs Recognized in 2009 Super Lawyers Magazine

July 23, 2009: Dementia Conference Draws Professional and Family Caregivers

April 19, 2009: Takacs Presents 20th Educational Program

December 22, 2008: Takacs Profiled in Legal Journal

December 19, 2008: Tim Takacs Recognized in Mid-South Super Lawyers Magazine

October 7, 2008: Takacs Named to Best Lawyers List 2009

Fall 2008: "Tim Takacs: The Man Behind the Bow Tie" a profile of Tim that appeared in NAELA News, the professional journal of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys. Also in this issue: "The Veterans Affairs Benefit Nobody Knows About: Copayments for Extended Care Services," an article written by Tim.

August 2008: An article by Tim Takacs on his innovative elder-centered approach to the practice of elder law appeared in the August 2008 issue of the Nashville Bar Journal.

June 2008: Tim Takacs was profiled in the summer 2008 issue of Vanderbilt Lawyer.

November 1, 2007: Medicare Drug Plan: Important Deadline Looming

October 29, 2007: Takacs Authors Guide to Elder Law Practice

September 21, 2007: Takacs Receives National & Regional Honors

August 8, 2007: Local Elder Law Attorney Leads in Life Care Plan Movement

May 16, 2007: Timothy L. Takacs Receives Recognition at 2007 NAELA Symposium

May 15, 2007: Alzheimer's Support Group Hosts Elder Law Speaker

September 18, 2006: Elder Law Practice Launches Professional Education Website

October 9, 2006: Takacs Named to 2007 Best Lawyers List