by Durham Law Firm | Jul 27, 2021 | Estate Planning
Even though 70% of individuals older than 65 now will need long-term care in the future, health insurance and Medicare do not cover long-term care costs. Medicaid may cover all of your long-term care costs if your income and assets are below the set levels in North...
by Whoosh Agency Support | Jul 2, 2021 | Guardianship
As you grow older, you may eventually need a caregiver. It is difficult to accept this truth, but living in denial that your health could fail is not wise. Our culture in the United States often values autonomy, independence, and doing it yourself. However, if a...
by Durham Law Firm | Jun 7, 2021 | Estate Planning
According to the AARP, only 36 percent of those who have financially planned for old age included long-term care in their planning. However, if you are over 65, your chances of needing some kind of long-term care during your lifetime are at 70%. While it’s not...
by Durham Law Firm | May 28, 2021 | Guardianship
If you are an older adult, others may question your memory, sanity, and ability to lead an independent life. They may say you can no longer make decisions for yourself. However, we all have the right to decide our life path, whether good or bad. In the case that...
by Durham Law Firm | May 26, 2021 | Guardianship, Medicaid
Individuals with disabilities often struggle to gain independence from a guardian or limiting living situation. Well-meaning family may worsen the situation by thinking they know what is best for a disabled adult. However, no matter the type of disability, we each...
