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Sep 27, 2023
Things I Love about Life Care Planning
What does Elder Care Coordinator Debra King like most about working for a Life Care Planning Law Firm? This article explains.
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Sep 20, 2023
Is DIY Estate Planning a Better Deal?
If you create an estate plan with documents you downloaded from the internet, are you really getting a better deal?
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Sep 9, 2023
Older Adults Deserve Dignity and Respect
No one likes to feel disrespected or belittled but, it seems that’s what we tend to do to people who are old or disabled.
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Sep 9, 2023
Medicare's Annual Enrollment Period is Just Around the Corner!
If you're thinking that you can cruise into next year with the same Medicare coverage, you might want to think again. Josh Hunter explains.
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Sep 9, 2023
Now Available: Elder Care Mediation Services
Takacs McGinnis is now offering elder care mediation services to Life Care Planning clients.
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Sep 8, 2023
Dementia and Cognitive Decline Create Heightened Risk for Solo Agers
According a new study, when older Americans have dementia or other forms of cognitive impairment and live alone, the risks are significant.
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Sep 8, 2023
Welcome New Employees
Meet the latest employees to join the Takacs McGinnis staff: paralegal Jennifer Wheeler and receptionist Hope Campbell. Both joined the...
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Sep 7, 2023
What Do You Know about Residents’ Rights?
Have you ever wondered whether a person’s rights as an American change if they move to an assisted living facility or a nursing home?
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Sep 7, 2023
Is Probate Avoidance the Right Estate Planning Goal for You?
Would you benefit from an estate plan that helps you avoid probate? For most people, the answer is yes. This article explains why.
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Aug 25, 2023
What Is a Doula?
What is a doula? How can a doula help older adults? Katlyn Clifton, a Gerontologist in Sumner County, explains.
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Aug 23, 2023
Tim Takacs, Barbara McGinnis, and Chris Johnson Receive 2024 Best Lawyers Honors
We are thrilled to announce that all three partners were tapped for 2024 Best Lawyers honors! Here's the official announcement!
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Aug 2, 2023
Downsizing Tips from an Elder Care Coordinator
If you’re in your 60s or older and you’re thinking about downsizing, here's how to make an overwhelming task more manageable.
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Jul 31, 2023
Journey to Life Care Planning – Pati Bedwell
Pati Bedwell talks about how she found her way to her current role at Takacs McGinnis Elder Care Law, a Life Care Planning Law Firm.
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Jul 26, 2023
Elder Care Coordinators Make Life Easier in 3 Ways
If you’ve never considered working with an elder care coordinator as part of a Life Care Plan, here are three good reasons to give it a try.
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Jun 28, 2023
Mom & Dad Had Too Much Stuff
When an older adult can no longer live at home, what happens to their personal property? Elder Care Coordinator Debra King weighs in.
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Jun 21, 2023
He Thought He Wasn’t Eligible
This veteran didn’t think he qualified for VA Pension. Chris Johnson insisted on waiting for proof. The answer surprised them both
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Jun 7, 2023
Telltale Signs of Problems in a Long-Term Care Facility
When you’re considering placing an elderly loved one in a long-term care facility, here's how to cut past the marketing hype.
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May 31, 2023
Misconceptions about Elder Law & Life Care Planning
What do people most often get wrong about the practice of integrated elder law? Here are the most common misconceptions.
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May 26, 2023
Sweating Through a Caregiving Summer
Try these simple strategies for surviving the summer heat and managing its effects on elderly loved ones.
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May 26, 2023
When Home is No Longer the Best Option
If a loved one is diagnosed with dementia, is it possible for them to live out their years in their current home?
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May 18, 2023
Solo-Agers: When There’s No One to Be Your Agent
If you're growing older without family support, who will serve as agent for your Financial Power of Attorney?
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May 17, 2023
Elder Care Coordination: What a Nice Surprise
The ability to access the services of an elder care coordinator is often one of the most unexpected blessings of working with our firm.
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May 17, 2023
Team Tidbits: 5 Fun Facts about Dana Hentschel
How well do you know Dana Hentschel? Here are five fun facts about our firm's outreach coordinator.
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May 17, 2023
How an Estate Plan Fits into a Life Care Plan
Estate planning is a vital part of Life Care Planning. Here's how the two work together.
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