Elder law

(long-term care planning)

With increasing lifespans and the soaring costs of long-term care, planning for long-term care is critical. Think of Elder Law as an amalgam of long-term care planning and public benefits planning.

This planning process begins shortly after retirement and may not end until well after one’s estate is settled. It may be comprised of the following:

1) Confronting the present need or potential inevitability of long-term care;

2) Evaluating your finances and familiarizing yourself with private and public options accordingly;

3) Seeking out information (early on) from a qualified Elder Law Attorney about eligibility for Medicaid and other public benefits for the Aging and Disabled;

4) Obtaining help navigating the Medicaid Application Process and/or annual recertification process;

5) Obtaining legal counsel to help navigate any Medicaid estate recovery claims after the passing of a Medicaid recipient.