Catherine E. Sears, Esq. On October 18, 2018, new rules went into effect involving VA Pension benefits, which are commonly called “Aid and Attendance” benefits. The purpose of VA Pension is to provide financial assistance to medically-eligible veterans and their...
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Year: 2018
Tax-Free Rollovers from 529 Savings Plans to Able Accounts Now Permitted
Helena S. Mock, Esq. In a previous blog, I wrote about the enactment of the ABLE (“Achieving a Better Life Experience”) Act, which was signed into law in 2014.The ABLE Act is a federal law that allows states to establish a savings program for persons with...
The Final Moments
Teresa M. Clemons Office Manager Last week I lost a very special man, my father-in-law. For three days, my husband (his wonderful son) never left his side and was there when he took his last breath. Being with someone you love at the point of their death is a profound...
Accepting Death While You’re Still Young
Elizabeth D. Johnson Legal Assistant Growing up, you never truly think about getting old - which is strange because you obviously know that people get old. Your parents are old, your grandparents are really old, some have even passed away along with the other...
Vacations Are Good For The Soul
Barbara K. Armstrong Paralegal Well, here we are right in the middle of summer. Most likely a few of you have already gone on a vacation or are planning one.Vacations are good for the soul. Not only do they give you quality fun time with loved ones, they also...
Easy Gardening at Any Age
Teresa M. Clemons Office Manager Seniors don't need to have a huge yard or sprawling piece of property to enjoy the many benefits of gardening. Hundreds of plant species can thrive inside a home as long as they are properly cared for. Here are a few suggestions:...
Life Care Planning: The Best Protection for Elders and Their Families
Elizabeth D. Johnson Legal Assistant There’s a reason we call it "The Best Protection for Elders and Their Families." Life Care Planning will help you make the best decisions to protect yourself later on. It can help you achieve your goals and reduce stress for...
Medicare vs. Medicaid
Barbara K. Armstrong Paralegal I am often asked what the difference between Medicare and Medicaid actually is. So, I decided to do a little summary on the differences that I hope you will find helpful in the event that you, a relative, or a friend has questions....
A Life Lesson from Harper Lee’s Death
Catherine E. Sears, Esq. As a lawyer, I am practically required to love Harper Lee’s To Kill a Mockingbird. As an estate planning lawyer who evaluates clients’ competency on a daily basis, the mysteries surrounding the 2015 publication of Ms. Lee’s long-lost second...
K-9 Companions: Cute, Cuddly, and Good for Your Health Too!
Teresa M. Clemons Office Manager It can be a lonely life for senior citizens - whether living on their own or in an assisted living facility, or dealing with physical and/or mental conditions. Though it's not a cure for health issues by any stretch of the imagination,...