Category Archives: Medi-Cal Planning & Qualification
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Mom Is Showing Some Dementia – Can we still create a long term care plan for her?
In my workshops, we talk about the Elder Care Journey. Along this journey, which I show on a chart, is an area called “Declining Senior With Memory or Mobility Issues.” I reference this…More On Alternative Long Term Care Insurance Options for Baby Boomers
In our last post we discussed how many of our Baby Boomer clients have looked into buying long term care insurance, but have decided against the purchase because of various reasons. Some…An Interesting Insurance Based Strategy To Help Private Pay For Long Term Care
Our clients are concerned about how they will private pay for their long term care. Most long term care takes place first in our homes and then in assisted living facilities. We have…How To Convert Your Life Insurance Policy To Help Pay For The Cost of Senior Care
Some of our clients have asked whether they should let their life insurance premiums lapse, as part of budgeting for the cost of care for their loved one. Many of our clients have been…Hiring Home Health Aides:
As part of the Elder Care Journey as we call it, many of our clients will eventually need in-home-care. Our clients want to stay at home but will need help with various activities of daily…Special Needs Trusts For Children
A number of our clients have “special needs” children who are presently receiving public benefits such as Supplemental Security Income and Medi-Cal. Other clients have “special needs”…Consider Naming a Professional Fiduciary In Your Estate Planning Documents
When we prepare our estate planning documents, such as the Revocable Living Trust and Financial Durable Powers of Attorney, we typically name our spouses and then our children as our…No Look Back Period for VA Aid & Attendance
There will NOT be a look-back gifting penalty period for the VA Aid & Attendance Pension Benefit. On February 27, 2014, Senate Bill 1982, known as The Veterans Pension Protection Act, did…7 Practical Considerations To Take Into Account When Choosing an Assisted Living Facility
Here are 7 Practical Considerations to take into account when you are choosing an assisted living facility, either for yourself or a loved one. We have developed this list after having…Peace of Mind Now For Baby Boomers and Seniors Facing Retirement
A big issue now facing Baby Boomers and seniors is, surviving in retirement. We should have our “Ducks In A Row” now regarding health and financial issues, and there are many things we can…
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