March 2019
If severe weather forces you to evacuate with a loved one who has dementia or Alzheimer's disease, being away from home can create big challenges. How do you manage the inevitable changes in routine? This article offers a few tips.
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If you're looking after an elderly loved one with dementia or Alzheimer's disease, it's important to think through what you would do in the event of severe weather or another natural disaster. How can you prepare? This article offers a few tips.
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Could you be making mistakes and not be aware of it? In the Ten Asset Protection Mistakes video series, members of the Takacs McGinnis Elder Care Law team talk about common errors they see. This week, Medicare Specialist Joshua Hunter talks about Mistake #2.
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What's the difference between Original Medicare and Medicare Advantage Plans? Medicare Specialist Joshua Hunter explains.
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It's time for spring cleaning. How can you help elderly loved ones with this time-honored task?
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What would you do to be able to grow old in the home you love? Or to help a loved one live at home as long as possible? Renovating the kitchen or bath is a great place to start.
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Will innocent asset protection missteps jeopardize your future? In the Ten Asset Protection Mistakes video series, members of the Takacs McGinnis Elder Care Law Team talk about the most common errors they see. This week, Certified Elder Law Attorney Tim Takacs looks at Mistake #1.
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How can you tell if an annuity is Medicaid-compliant? Public Benefits Specialist Joshua Bey explains.
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If you're looking after elderly loved ones, make sure they're aware of the latest tax scams where aggressive criminals pose as IRS agents in hopes of stealing money or personal information.
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Effective April 1, 2019, veterans who earned a Purple Heart during their military service will now have their veterans disability claims moved ahead of other requests.
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How do you qualify for VA Pension? What are the three components of eligibility? Certified Elder Law Attorney Tim Takacs explains.
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How did Medicare change from 2018 to 2019? Medicare Specialist Joshua Hunter explains.
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Many people risk losing everything because they don't think to take advantage of this most basic asset protection strategy. Are you one of them?
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If an elderly loved one needs nursing home care, you'll want to read this announcement about changes to the rating system for nursing homes.
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What is VA Pension? What add-on benefits are available? Certified Elder Law Attorney Tim Takacs explains.
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How did the Medicaid resource minimums and maximums, allowances, and QIT limits change for 2019? Public Benefits Specialist Joshua Bey shares the latest.
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