Protecting Your Parents’ Assets From Nursing Home Costs

The aging U.S. population means that more people will likely need nursing home care in the coming decades. Meanwhile, the cost of nursing home care is increasing — and expected to keep increasing. With the exorbitant cost of nursing home care, many families worry...

What Is a Life Estate?

The phrase “life estate” is sometimes mentioned when discussing estate and Medicaid planning, but what does it mean? A life estate is a form of joint ownership that allows one person to remain in a house until their death when it passes to the other owner. Elder law...

New Law Supports Home Care & Caregivers for Military Veterans

On January 2, 2025, President Biden signed into law the Senator Elizabeth Dole 21st Century Veterans Healthcare and Benefits Improvement Act. The legislation represents a significant step forward in supporting the needs of veterans, their families, and their...

Support for Family Caregiving Gains Momentum

Caregiving has become an essential public health issue as the U.S. population ages and chronic disease prevalence increases. Family caregivers provide indispensable support that allows individuals to remain in their homes and communities, but their contributions often...