As they age, many Pennsylvania residents prefer to remain in their homes because they are more comfortable in familiar surroundings. While such situations may make elders happier, staying in one's home can pose potential problems as health declines. If you think this...
Long-term care for seniors in Pennsylvania is expensive. One of the questions that people ask most frequently is whether Medicaid can seize a senior patient's residence after they have entered a nursing home to pay for care. The rules for Medicaid are complex, but in...
Probate is a legal process in Pennsylvania that most people try to avoid. Although it helps, it may be unnecessary, given the numerous other ways to distribute assets to your loved ones. Understanding probate Probate consists of authenticating a decedent's will and...
It's an honor for someone in Pennsylvania to entrust you to carry out their wishes and care for their loved ones and estate. But, dealing with taxes, creditors, squabbling family members, and sometimes assets that are outside the state, with the court watching your...
No one knows what the future holds. That is why it is important to have an estate plan in place - to ensure that your loved ones will be taken care of in case something happens to you. As time goes on, however, lives change and those changes call for updates to an...
It’s never too early for Pennsylvania residents to begin planning their estate. However, whether you’re a novice at it or a pro, it’s important not to overlook certain parts of your plan. Change your beneficiaries Many people make the mistake of not changing or...
As you get older, you will need to think about planning your estate. This is an issue that needs to be tackled while you still have the power to plan for it. There are a number of legal issues you will have to handle, so here are some of the most important documents...
Getting older is never easy, especially when assistance is needed. You can make things easier for your elderly parent to transition to Pennsylvania elder care with these tips. Include them in the conversation Talk openly with your parent about their quality of life...
Individuals and the families of those diagnosed with long-term illness or disability have several important things in common, they have care needs and care costs money. The client's personal needs, difficulty finding and coordinating qualified care and the high cost...
As a resident of Pennsylvania, you might have an older loved one who needs assistance. It’s common to have an elderly parent or grandparent who has medical issues and needs a helping hand in the event that they have to go into a nursing home. A Medicaid asset...