Author: ELG Estate Planning

We encourage everyone to execute a Health Care Directive, not just those who are ill or undergoing surgery. A Health Care Directive (also called an Advance Directive or Living

As Veterans age, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) provide benefits that help mitigate issues related to aging and health care needs. Two VA programs that provide Veterans with

Seniors have special legal needs. It is important to plan for the eventuality of aging. Consulting with an Elder Law Attorney, preferably well in advance of needing care, can

Caring for aging parents can be difficult. Helping with trips to the grocery store or getting to doctor appointments may be taxing on your time. Providing basic care needs,

The monthly cost of Long-Term Care is enormous and can quickly deplete family resources. However, there are Estate Planning strategies that can help you protect your assets while allowing

If you are caring for a disabled child, it is important that you have the proper Estate Planning documents in order to provide for your child’s care when you

A comprehensive Estate Plan can give you control over your assets and spare your loved ones from unnecessary expenses in handling your estate. It also gives you the power

Planning for the Long-Term Care you may someday need is an important element of Estate Planning. Long-Term Care is the assistance you need when you are unable to do

Medicaid is a health care program funded jointly by federal and state governments, and is available to people who have insufficient resources or income to pay for their own

May is National Elder Law Month! This serves as a reminder to educate the public on the legal issues unique to people as they age. Elder Law is a