by Kelly Alexander | Jun 23, 2023 | Blog, Medicaid
On a regular basis we meet with families facing long term care issues who make decisions based upon an incomplete understanding of the laws and rules concerning Medicaid. Sometimes the information is obtained from friends and relatives who have navigated the Medicaid...
by Kelly Alexander | Jun 7, 2023 | Blog, Veterans' Benefits
VA benefits can make a real difference in quality of life, especially for older adults. But not everyone who is eligible will apply. Some will not apply because they believe VA benefits are a government handout. They don’t want charity, so they don’t apply. If you are...
by Kelly Alexander | May 26, 2023 | Blog, Caregiver Resources, Elder Resources
Recently a client asked me the question: Does an Assisted Living Facility (ALF) in Florida have to provide activities? This client said that, due to low participation by residents, their facility had given up and was not going to hire a replacement activities...
by Kelly Alexander | May 9, 2023 | Blog
When you are in line to receive an inheritance, you probably look forward to improving your financial situation. But what if you do not need the money? Or if you feel someone (a sibling or step-sibling) was unfairly omitted? Can you give away part or all of your...
by Kelly Alexander | May 5, 2023 | Blog, Life Style, News Article
Mother’s Day and Father’s Day are fast approaching. If you have a loved one in a facility you may be wondering about gift ideas. You know space is limited. Your mom or dad is no longer actively collecting. Senior living communities are designed to provide...
by Kelly Alexander | Apr 11, 2023 | Alzheimers and Dementia, Blog
As our parents age, it is natural that their abilities will change and decline over time. So many people are unsure how to distinguish what is to be expected from something more ominous. Certainly a memory loss may be an indication of a disease such as Alzheimer’s,...
