A parent who is aging often loses the ability to think clearly and make meaningful decisions. This growing inability may occur due to Alzheimer’s disease, other forms of dementia, mental illness, stroke, brain injury, or other severe health or disability…
Despite some overlap, estate planning and elder law serve different purposes, yet both are equally vital to protect yourself and your family. The two terms tend to go hand in hand, but there are some differences. The biggest difference is…
Most people can communicate their wants and needs, but some people lose that ability when they are ill, injured, or afflicted. When this happens, they need someone they trust to advocate for them. You can prepare the proper legal documents…
Over the course of their working lives, American workers contribute to the Social Security fund through payroll taxes. Individuals may opt to receive Social Security benefits as early as age 62. However, claiming SS benefits before the full retirement age…
A ward of a guardianship proceeding could lose their right to vote, which is a fundamental right for all US citizens. You could also lose control of your finances to someone you don’t fully trust. By nominating an agent and…
This year, the Social Security Administration (SSA) will make important changes to the benefits it provides for over seventy million people. Inflation continues to increase daily living costs with higher costs for gasoline, food, utility, rent, and mortgages. Yet real…
Benefits for Social Security and Supplemental Security Income will increase by 8.7% in 2023. That is an increase of more than $140 per month, on average and good news for those receiving or applying for benefits. Cost-of-Living Adjustment This 8.7%…
In the senior and near-senior age categories, fraud is statistically on the rise. With more individuals online than ever, scammers are becoming highly adaptable and mimic communications resembling tech staff support, government employees, and romantic partners. Seniors are particularly vulnerable…
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