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Understanding Public Benefits & Planning Tools for Your Family’s Future How key programs and legal strategies can protect your loved ones and secure long-term care needs.
Planning for long-term care and protecting loved ones with disabilities or chronic conditions can feel overwhelming. That’s why it’s helpful to understand the public benefit programs available—and the legal tools that work hand-in-hand with them. Below is a helpful overview of the most common programs and planning options families use. Our team is here to…
The Fine Line Between Caregiving and Financial Abuse: How Estate Planning Helps Protect Seniors
Aging brings new challenges, and for many seniors, relying on others for help becomes a necessity. Family members, close friends, or hired caregivers often step in to assist with daily tasks, medical needs, and financial responsibilities. While many caregivers are trustworthy and dedicated, the unfortunate reality is that elder financial abuse is on the rise.…
Four Key Medicare 2025 Changes You Need to Know
Updates to Medicare coverage in 2025 include higher costs for Parts A and B, a new option to pay for Part D prescription drugs on a monthly basis, and a cap on out-of-pocket costs for prescription drugs. In addition, Medicare coverage of some telehealth services will continue through March 2025. Medicare is constantly evolving to…
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Who Needs a Special Needs Trust?
Planning for the future of a loved one with special needs involves careful consideration and strategy, especially when managing their financial well-being without compromising their access to essential benefits. A special needs trust (SNT) is a critical tool in this planning process. This article explores who can benefit from an SNT and why it may…
The Importance of Healthcare Planning
As April blooms with new beginnings, it also marks a time of reflection and proactive planning in the realm of healthcare. National Healthcare Decisions Day (NHDD), observed annually on April 16th, serves as a reminder of the critical importance of healthcare directives in ensuring that our medical wishes are known and respected, especially during times…
Planning Ahead: Long-Term Care Options for Aging in Place
As we navigate the journey of aging, one of our most cherished desires is often to remain in the comfort and familiarity of our own homes. Aging in place allows us to maintain our independence, cherished routines, and sense of belonging within our communities. However, unforeseen health challenges or changes in mobility can present obstacles…
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Medicare Benefits 2024: 5 Positive Changes
More than 65 million seniors across the country benefit from Medicare, a government health insurance program. When Does Medicare Start? At age 65, you become eligible for Medicare if you are a U.S. citizen. You do not have to wait until you retire to apply for the program. You can enroll in Medicare beginning three…
Medicaid Planning: Navigating During the Holiday Season
The holiday season is a time for joy, celebration, and spending quality time with loved ones. However, for those who are in need of Medicaid benefits or are assisting a family member with Medicaid planning, the holiday season can also be a time of added stress and uncertainty. Navigating Medicaid planning during this time requires…
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Navigating the Medicare Annual Enrollment Period
The Medicare Annual Enrollment Period (AEP) is a critical time for Medicare beneficiaries to review and make changes to their healthcare coverage. Whether you’re new to Medicare or have been enrolled for years, understanding the AEP and knowing how to prepare can help you make the best choices for your healthcare needs. What Is the…
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Medicare May Not Be Enough
In the realm of healthcare, one often hears about the importance of insurance coverage, especially Medicare. While Medicare plays a significant role in providing healthcare benefits for older Americans, it’s essential to understand that it doesn’t cover everything.This gap in coverage can be particularly challenging for middle-class citizens who may assume that they’re adequately protected.…
The Benefits of Home Health Care
As our population ages and healthcare demands grow, the concept of home health care has gained significant popularity. Home health care refers to medical and non-medical services provided to individuals in the comfort of their own homes. This alternative to institutional care offers a myriad of advantages, with independence and improved quality of life standing…
Medicaid Expansion: What Might It Mean for You?
As of late 2022, more than 84 million people were enrolled in Medicaid — a number that has steadily increased in recent years. Amid the pandemic, total enrollees climbed by 20 million people from 2020 to 2022 alone. Meanwhile, the debate among lawmakers on further expanding Medicaid in some 11 states continues to evolve. Depending on where you reside,…
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Medicaid Applicants: A Spouse’s Guide
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has released the 2023 federal guidelines for how much money the spouses of institutionalized Medicaid recipients may keep, as well as related Medicaid figures. What Are Spousal Impoverishment Rules? Spousal impoverishment is a concern for older couples when there is one spouse who requires long-term care and applies for Medicaid.…
5 Reasons for Seniors to Celebrate in 2023
It has been a tumultuous few years. Amid a continuing pandemic, tense midterm elections, and a war in Ukraine, we have grappled with more than our fair share of grim news. However, with the new year upon us, there are some silver linings — in particular for seniors. Here are five reasons for seniors to…
Medicare Advantage Marketers: Protect Yourself
The number of people enrolling in Medicare Advantage programs offered through Medicare-approved private companies has increased over time. Based on this trend, more than half of all Medicare recipients may be enrolled in Medicare Advantage programs by 2025. As alternatives to traditional Medicare, Medicare Advantage programs can provide lower costs and additional benefits to some individuals. Yet,…
How to Get Into a Nursing Home as a Medicaid Recipient
While Medicaid helps pay for nursing home care, being admitted to a nursing home as a Medicaid recipient is not always easy. There are several ways to navigate the process, depending on your situation. With the median cost of a nursing home room being more than $250 a day, most families need help paying for long-term…
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How to Avoid Common Medi-Cal Planning Mistakes
Due to an aging population, more Americans are finding themselves or their loved ones in need of nursing home care. While nursing home care is usually an option most people wish to avoid, it often is absolutely necessary. Of course, this doesn’t make it any less expensive and many find themselves depleting their life savings…
What You Need to Know About Medicare and Long-Term Care During Open Enrollment
We know just how busy the fall can be for you and your loved ones. We are entering into the holiday season which is packed full of time with family and friends, holidays, and great weather. Of course, we also know that this time of year can lead to a bit more stress, jam-packed…
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5 Tips You Need During Medicare Open Enrollment
Medicare Open Enrollment is the time of year an individual may change or start Medicare coverage. Each year, seniors and qualifying disabled Americans must take action to choose a Medicare provider between October 15th and December 7th. The decision made will directly impact an individual’s finances and health care needs over the following year. We…
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Do You Know What Medicare Won’t Pay For? 3 Tips to Help You Prepare For It!
Medicare is the primary form of health care insurance for anyone over age 65. As such, it pays the majority of the costs for doctor visits, laboratory tests and imaging, for California seniors. Different companies offer different options as Medicare providers. These benefits can provide specific, alternative or enhanced support not only for medical treatments…
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