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When there is a death in the home
Sadly, the passing of a loved one can occur at any time, and in any place. What to Do When a Loved One Dies Unexpectedly at Home Losing a loved one is always difficult—but when death comes suddenly and without warning, especially at home, the experience can be deeply traumatic. Discovering that someone close to […]
What are ADLs and How Do We Assess Them?
Activities of Daily Living The activities of daily living (ADLs), based on the Katz Index of Independence, are the basic activities of daily living we do to stay alive and well. Examples include eating, going to the bathroom and moving from place to place. Medical conditions affecting our minds or bodies can limit your ability […]
Does Medicaid Cover Memory Care?
A question for many of our clients is: Will Medicaid cover memory care for my loved one or family member? Happily, the answer is yes, but a qualified yes. While health insurance and Medicare do not cover care associated with Alzheimer’s and dementia, Medicaid will cover memory care but only in certain settings. Yes, Medicaid […]
When a parent refuses to establish an estate plan
Don’t Wait Too Long: Helping a Loved One Start Their Estate Plan It’s an all-too-common scenario: a person owns a home, investment accounts, maybe even received an inheritance—but they never create an estate plan. They know it’s important, yet they keep putting it off. When they pass away, their family is left to navigate a […]
What is the Midwest Special Needs Trust?
For families with loved ones with disabilities and special needs, there are other resources available to allow a family to provide for a consistent quality of life for a disabled family member without violating any transfer rules or incurring any Medicaid lookback period. Special needs trusts can be employed in a variety of ways to […]