It can be financially devastating when one is unable to work and earn an income. If you have physical or mental limitations that preclude you from holding gainful employment, it can be difficult to meet even your own basic needs, such as paying for food, shelter and...
Peoria Estate Planning, Elder Law and Disability Blog
Discussing estate plans with children of all ages
Talking about the future after your death is a sensitive topic that you may be reluctant to approach with your children. Whether you have older, adult children, or you have small kids still living in your home, having healthy discussions about estate planning is...
Creating a plan for the care of your elderly loved ones
It is incredibly difficult to watch a loved one age, eventually reaching a point where he or she is unable to live independently. When this happens, you and other family members may have to step in and provide care, but this is something to discuss and plan for long...
Anxiety can be disabling -Are you applying for Social Security Disability?
Anxiety symptoms like restlessness, feelings of worry and dread, and sleep problems, can interfere with daily life, relationships and career goals. Many people get relief using psychiatric medications, but some look to find additional ways of coping with their...
Has someone you know been diagnosed with Frontotemporal Dementia?
Read and learn—Frontotemporal Dementia
What your family may need to know about the probate process
After the death of your loved one, you and other family members have the task of settling his or her estate and handling matters related to the deceased’s property. This can be quite a complex task, often involving much more than just distributing property according...
Illinois Long Term Care (Nursing Home) Medicaid Updates Are Out For 2023!
The eligibility numbers are out for 2023 when it comes to eligibility for a married couple were one needs to be in a nursing home. The Community Spouse Resource Allowance (CSRA) has been raised in 2023 to $112, 344.00. This applies to persons who apply for Medicaid...
Understanding Medicare versus Medicaid
Elder law issues are sometimes complex and difficult to understand. If you have entered the later years of your life, or you are an adult child of an elderly parent who resides in Illinois, such issues may be especially relevant. At some point, you may have heard...
Eligibility for ABLE accounts expanded
Eligibility for ABLE accounts expanded
What can you expect from the probate process?
One of the most challenging things a family will experience after the death of a loved one is settling his or her estate. It is not easy to navigate the process of accounting for estate assets, following the instructions left in a will and distributing assets. Even...
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