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The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has released the 2023 federal guidelines for how much money the spouses of institutionalized Medicaid recipients may keep, as well as related Medicaid figures.

Assisted living facilities support older adults with daily living while fostering their independence. Individuals who do not require round-the-clock nursing but need help with everyday activities like bathing, housekeeping, medications, and meal preparation can benefit from assisted living.

There are protective and prescriptive elements to estate planning in Florida. Some documents help ensure that the financial aspects of your life are protected, while others help fulfill your desires for what should happen in the event you become disabled, incapacitated, or pass away. You’ve worked hard to build the life you live, so it’s especially helpful to understand which documents are most important for your needs, as well as the differences between them. With these things in mind, you can continue to enjoy each day, stress-free from worry about what the future may hold due to an unexpected life… Read More

Many of us love living in Florida because of the natural wonders and terrific weather. Therefore, it’s no wonder that so many of our elderly parents choose Florida as the place to live out their golden years. During visits with your parents over the holidays or vacations, it can seem a little bit daunting to imagine a time when roles will reverse, and when they will soon need your help. Before they are incapacitated or no longer of sound mind, one of the more important legal tasks you can do is help them grant power of attorney (POA) to someone… Read More

The Baby Boom generation is sometimes called the Sandwich Generation because they are taking care of children and parents, often in long distance situations. It is one of the most stressful juggling acts in life. There are approximately seven million of these long-distance caregivers in the United States. Everyone has a different story to tell, but here are some points to keep in mind if you face long-distance caregiving. Hold a family meeting so everyone is included and can contribute. Get organized by assembling appropriate paperwork about your loved one – everything from healthcare surrogate to durable power of attorney… Read More

We live in a very mobile society where having a car is often the only way to get around. But when is it time to give up the keys? Often seniors do not want to face the issue and won’t be aware of, or will disregard, the warning signals. Here are a few things to look for: Are they having frequent close calls in traffic? Are there unexplained dents on the car, mailbox or garage door? Are they getting lost in familiar places? Has their response time slowed dramatically? Are they easily distracted when behind the wheel? Do they still… Read More

No one likes to talk about getting older, dying or death. It is tough to talk with loved ones about those subjects, especially when it comes to long-term care issues. However, at Berg Bryant Elder Law Group, PLLC we have found that in many situations, there is relief when family members express their individual wishes for long-term care and end-of-life options. It is an important conversation to have, and it is vital to prepare for the cost of long-term care. Statistics show that a part-time aid can cost more than $21,800 a year, and that a semi-private room in a… Read More