Will My Advance Directive Work in Another State?
Making sure your end-of-life wishes are followed no matter where you happen to be is important. If you move to a different state or split your time between one or more states, you should make [...]
Possible Change to How the Government Measures Inflation Raises Concerns for Those with Disabilities
The way the government calculates inflation affects eligibility for numerous programs — ranging from Medicaid to Supplemental Security Income (SSI) to food stamps — that are relied on [...]
Five Questions to Ask Yourself When Choosing a Trustee for Your Special Needs Trust
If you are in the process of setting up a special needs trust, you must appoint a trustee. This is one of the most important decisions you’ll make about the trust. The trustee must have the [...]
New Rule May Make It Harder for Medicare Beneficiaries to Receive Home Care
It may become harder for Medicare beneficiaries to find home health care due to a new rule from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Although the rule changes the way home health [...]
Grandparents Raising Grandchildren May Qualify for the Earned Income Tax Credit
Raising a grandchild can be tough financially, but grandparents should be aware that there is a tax credit available that could help them. Working grandparents who are supporting their [...]