I’m Applying for SSDI. Do I Need a Lawyer?
Do you need the assistance of an attorney to file for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits? For completing the initial application, the short answer is probably “no.” Note, [...]
What Does ‘Geriatric’ Mean, and What Is Geriatric Care?
Long-term care for seniors is always evolving. One possible next step for you or your loved one may be geriatric care. You may be wondering: What does this type of care entail? Is it any [...]
Estate Planning Basics: What Is a Beneficiary to a Will?
People create wills to establish what happens to their money and assets when they pass away. In these estate planning documents, they can name beneficiaries – individuals who will receive money, [...]
What Is Respite Care? Can It Help With Caregiver Burnout?
It is easy to burn out when you are responsible for providing full-time care to an aging or disabled loved one. In some cases, caregiver burnout can result in resentment toward the individual [...]
Sole Benefit Trust: Qualify for Medicaid and Aid a Loved One
In this column, we’ve talked about a number of different planning tools that you can utilize to help yourself and your family. But one that is often overlooked, and a great option for families [...]
