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What is the Difference Between Medicare and Medicaid? Answers from a South Jersey Elder Lawyer
Feb 08, 2016
Though most people have heard of Medicare and Medicaid, for many the terms are vague and have little application to their lives. People know that both are social insurance programs provided by the government, but unless they have a specific need they rarely know more than that, and have a…
Should You Put Your Child On Your Bank Account? Estate Planning and Elder Law Advice from Rothamel Bratton
Jan 27, 2016
As people grow older and begin to fear losing some of their abilities, they often grown concerned about how their money would be handled and bills paid were they to become temporarily or permanently disabled. Many jump to the conclusion that they should add their adult child’s name to their…
What Items in an Assisted Living Contract Should You look at Carefully Before Signing? Answers from an Elder Lawyer
Jan 22, 2016
Making the decision to move from your long-time home into an assisted living facility is something that few take lightly, but once the decision is made, most people then spend a good deal of time researching the various residences that are available to them. It is important to know what…
May is National Elder Law Awareness Month
May 21, 2015
The National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys has declared May to be National Elder Law Awareness Month. The 31-day event is meant not only to recognize elder law attorneys across the country, but also to promote awareness and education regarding the areas in which elder law attorneys assist their clients….
Celebrating Seniors: May Is Older Americans Month
May 08, 2015
As Americans one thing we all have in common is we respect and revere those who have come before; our senior citizens have paved the way for younger generations. May is Older Americans Month, an event established by the Department of Health and Human Services’ Administration for Community Living in…
Learn More about Protecting the Future of Your Loved One with Autism
Apr 22, 2015
Over the past few decades, education and understanding regarding autism and the unique responsibilities of families caring for an autistic loved one has increased exponentially thanks in part to events like Autism Awareness Month. Now in its 50th year, the Autism Society established April as National Autism Awareness Month over…
April is Parkinson’s Awareness Month & a Good Reminder to Plan Ahead
Apr 22, 2015
April is Parkinson’s Awareness Month, a 30-day event established by the Parkinson’s Disease Foundation in an effort promote awareness, understanding and community involvement regarding Parkinson’s disease. Participants are encouraged to get involved, making sure their community is equipped with the latest information regarding research, treatment and the daily struggle of…
How Do You Know It’s Time to Create a Life Care Plan?
Feb 18, 2015
Very few people want to even think about end-of-life planning, much less actually begin the process. However, the simple answer to “when to begin” is now. This is true for a few reasons: anything can happen when you aren’t ready for it, beginning the discussion now while everyone is of…
Do You Need an Elder Law Attorney?
Jan 19, 2015
It’s a good question, especially because the term “elder law” leads someone to believe that an attorney who specializes in this field deals only with senior citizens. Not true. An elder law attorney understands that there are many issues that impact our lives as we age; those issues can have…