Applying for Medicaid in Illinois requires meeting strict financial guidelines. One key rule is the look-back period, which reviews past asset transfers to prevent applicants from giving away money or property to qualify. Understanding how this period works can help...
Home care services for seniors are evolving to meet the growing needs of an aging population. As more elderly individuals choose to age in place, innovative trends in home care are making it easier for them to live safely and comfortably at home. Here are some of the...
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...
Read and learn—Frontotemporal Dementia
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...
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
As you get older in life, you might decide that it's time to execute an estate plan or, at least, start having some discussions about your desires or needs regarding financial matters, your assets or health care issues. You might have an adult son or daughter who...
Medicare is also for people with disabilities. Nearly 8 million people with disabilities receive Medicare and are under the age of 65. People receiving Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) will qualify for Medicare after completing a two year waiting period...
As more and more of our lives move online, it's important to ask ourselves how private our data is. Cybercriminals often prey on seniors because they are seen as an easy target. They may not be as tech-savvy as younger generations and may be more likely to trust...
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