As a certified elder law attorney in Virginia, I’m often asked about strategies to protect assets when planning for Medicaid eligibility....
The Medicare donut hole is the coverage gap that is within the majority of Medicare Prescription Drug Plans. There is a short-lived restriction...
There are a few government programs, including Medicare and Medicaid, that can help pay for long-term care services. Each program has certain...
“Spending down” your assets is the term used to describe the reduction of your assets in order to qualify for Medicaid. There are some assets...
Spending down your assets is the term used to describe the reduction of your assets in order to qualify for Medicaid. There are some assets...
Deciding what type of health insurance to get can be a daunting task for seniors. Medicare is highly regarded and very popular, but Medicare...
If you were denied coverage or payment by Medicare, you have the option of filing an appeal. The denial must be from Medicare, your Medicare...
Federal law dictates that only someone below a benchmark level of assets can qualify for Medicaid, beyond which it is determined that the...
If your 65th birthday is approaching, you should make sure you are aware of your Medicare options and are prepared to enroll in Medicare if...
Many people are aware of the importance of advance medical directives. In the event that you become incapacitated, these directives detail...
There are many living options available for seniors, and continuing care retirement communities (CCRCs) have become one of the most attractive....
Individuals with special needs often depend on government benefits in order to afford things that many of us take for granted — including...
The National Council on Aging (NCOA) recently released a list of five recommendations for Congress to help American seniors in 2014. 1. Strengthen...
Millions of low- and fixed-income Americans depend on Medicaid for health care. Many are fortunate enough to receive that care in their homes...
Workers with defined-contribution plans, such as 401(k)s and IRAs, know that the value of their retirement savings can fluctuate with the...
Children with special needs and their advocates have made significant progress in their efforts to ensure that all children are afforded the...
Eleven women braved a month-long endurance challenge to raise awareness for special-needs children. The women bicycled 1,500 miles through...
Each year, the Social Security Board of Trustees releases its yearly report on the long-term financial outlook of the Social Security Trust...
Medicare Advantage is an alternative to regular Medicare created by Congress in an attempt to cut costs in 1997. It is a managed care plan...
Despite years of debate on Capitol Hill, Congress has failed to act on Social Security reform. Any reform proposal with a fighting chance...
