I recently saw this phrase, “She sells sea shells by the sea shore” during a recent beach trip. Saying it fast many times can become a little humorous. I have an elderly male client diagnosed with Alzheimer’s and Dementia who can say it five to six times rapidly not missing a word, [...]
Fall means cooler weather, colorful leaves, migrating geese and Medicare Mail. If you are over 65 you know what I am talking about. Medicare is confusing and the barrage of information you receive is of little help. Today I am going to explain what you need to know about Medicare planning. [...]
Written in 1927, this American spiritual many have come to love over the years offers repetitive lines that seek to remind the listener that God is in control of all aspects of our life. We realize how short, fragile and unpredictable life can be in these uncertain times. [...]
Why do so many individuals forget about the additional (supplemental) benefits that are included in their Medicare Advantage (MA) plan? These additional benefits may include dental, vision, hearing, transportation, meals, over-the-counter products, and fitness memberships just to name a few! Not taking advantage of these extras could cost an MA [...]
The Elderlaw Firm is offering Free Healthcare POA as our way of giving back during COVID-19. [...]
Maybe someone you love is not in good health. Perhaps that’s your spouse, or your parent, or another loved one. If they will need nursing home care, beware of the dangers of filing a Medicaid application yourself without any idea of how the Medicaid rules work. I’ve written before about how Medicaid’s hidden pitfalls [...]
Interesting Fact: The tiny slit opposite your sipping hole on the coffee cup lid is a 1980’s creation that allows proper airflow preventing splashes and liquid surges as you drink avoiding scalding yourself. That tiny unnoticed idea placed for a reason is to assist your drinking pleasure. A properly designed long term care plan [...]
When a new year begins, why do so many individuals forget about the additional (supplemental) benefits that are included in their Medicare Advantage (MA) plan? These additional benefits may include dental, vision, hearing, transportation, meals, over-the-counter products, and fitness memberships just to name a few! Not taking advantage of these extras [...]
Boston College football quarterback, Doug Flutie’s 1984 “Hail Mary” final second, game winning pass against Miami has become an iconic collegiate football play that underscores how quickly an event can change. Flutie later remarked that the play was specifically designed and was practiced hundreds of times never knowing if or when [...]
When you turned 16, you didn’t automatically get your driver’s license; instead you had to take an exam and prove that you were a safe driver. There was a specific order and procedure for getting your driver’s license, and the same is true for enrolling in Medicare for the first time when you turn 65. Much like you anticipated [...]
