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Medicaid planning: State reps ask governor to back expansion
For many families, thinking about long-term care is not high on their list of priorities. However, that doesn't make those choices any less important. It is often crucial for those who have a disability, no matter what their age may be, for their families to determine...
Professional guardian accused of harming now-deceased clients
As the population of the United States continues to age, many seniors may need special assistance for their everyday needs. When their families cannot provide that assistance, courts may step in and assign a professional guardian to care for the senior. Though this...
Veterans’ benefits may soon include costs of service dogs
Those who have served this country in the armed forces deserve the gratitude of all citizens. One of the ways to do that is by ensuring that each service member can access the appropriate veterans' benefits for continued care. This can be difficult to do at times and...
A look at the basics of an effective estate plan
Let us say that you prepared a will several years ago, which is a good thing. That puts you ahead of more than half the adults in the U.S.However, you are close to retirement now and thinking about other documents you may need, thoughts that cause some...
Family says 90-year-old woman victim of nursing home abuse
When Florida families make the decision to put a loved one into a nursing home, it is generally after much care and consideration. They want to be sure that their family member is given the best care possible. Sadly, far too many residents end up becoming victims of...
Budget increase may help with Medicaid planning
Many people assume that planning for medical expenses is reserved for only those who are elderly, but that is not the case. No matter the age, people with disabilities often have different medical needs than the general population. These needs can translate to higher...
Lawmakers consider legislation for guardianships
Some people, whether it is due to age or disability, do not have the means to properly care for themselves. Sometimes, their families may decide that the best choice is to establish a guardianship for that person, to ensure that his or her best interests are...
Trusts are an effective part of Medicaid planning
Planning for the possibility of needing long-term medical care is something few do in Florida or across the country. Some postpone this planning because they simply don't want to deal with the task and its implications. Other do not believe they will need long-term...
As retired member of the military, is your estate plan in order?
When you were serving in the military, you probably prepared a will and may have taken out a life insurance policy to provide for your family in case of your death.How long ago were those documents created? With your recent retirement, you may need to consider updates...
Estate planning can include family traditions
When people here in Florida think about preparing for the end of their lives, they may first think of how to handle their estate. While that is certainly of vital importance, one thing many people may not consider is how to manage more personal matters and possessions...
