Nursing Home Abuse and Elder Abuse at Home

Elder Abuse – From time to time, news reports will chronicle large cases of elder abuse where there are particularly heinous cases or a given nursing home is suddenly thrown into the spotlight because of a serious elder abuse situation or where there have been some recent deaths.  Other than that, few cases of elder abuse make the headlines and the news media… Continue reading Nursing Home Abuse and Elder Abuse at Home

Grandparent Rights

Grandparent Visitation Rights with minor children Grandparent rights and grandchildren – There have always been those special cases where problems exist between parents and grandparents over the right to see and spend time with grandchildren; there are more cases now than there have ever been.  The increase in the number of cases where grandparents are seeking court-ordered visitation rights is probably… Continue reading Grandparent Rights

A Complete Guide to Veterans Benefits

Whether Army, Navy, Marine Corps, Coast Guard, or Airforce, veterans have fought battles and wars for Americans’ freedom. These fearless sons of American soil risked their lives for America’s autonomy, safety, and prosperity. The U.S government and the Department of Veteran Affairs have made substantial efforts to establish programs/packages to streamline veterans’ lives. Military veterans… Continue reading A Complete Guide to Veterans Benefits

A Beginner’s Guide to State-by-State Medicaid

A Guide to Medicaid Programs If you’re reading this, you likely already recognize just how expensive medical care can be these days. From prescription drugs to surgeries to care in an assisted living facility or nursing home, healthcare costs can have deleterious effects on your family’s finances. But Medicaid can often take care of most… Continue reading A Beginner’s Guide to State-by-State Medicaid

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How to get Power of Attorney for Elderly Parents

If, as your parent ages, they are struggling with maintaining their affairs or finances, it may be time to step in and seek a power of attorney, a document that grants you the legal right to make decisions on behalf of your parent. It’s important to seek a power of attorney before your loved one… Continue reading How to get Power of Attorney for Elderly Parents