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Helena S. Mock, Esq. Change is always difficult, but a death in the family can be especially traumatic. It may feel as though the world should stop to mourn your loss, but it doesn’t. The world keeps turning, the day still follows night, people around you continue to...

Barbara K. Armstrong Senior Paralegal My husband and I adopted our sweet beagle, Lacie, over 12 years ago. We fell in love with her picture first and when she met us, she put her little head in my husband’s lap and that was all it took. She was coming home with us. As...

Elizabeth D. Johnson Paralegal Imagine taking a walk through a garden or forest, admiring the wildlife, flora, and fauna. Maybe there is a lake or stream that you can sit by and collect your thoughts while absorbing the natural beauty around you. Now imagine that this...

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 widow(er)s. Unlike Medicaid,...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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:...

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...