The End of the $2000 Medicaid Asset Limit
For longer than I have been practicing law - over 30 years now - the countable asset limit for a single individual seeking Medicaid nursing
Veteran's Pension 2025
As explained in previous newsletters, one of the best kept secrets of the Department of Veterans Affairs is the veteran's pension for a non-
Medicaid Figures for 2025
Every January, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) releases updated figures for Medicaid qualification. For 2025,
'Tis The Season For Special Challenges
It may be hard to believe, but once again the Christmas season is upon us. Along with the joy of celebrating the birth of Christ come stress
The Importance of a Power of Attorney
In previous blog posts, I have emphasized the importance of having a power of attorney. Without a comprehensive power of attorney, many peop
Home Alone
In the 1990 comedy movie Home Alone , Macaulay Culkin plays the role of a young boy mistakenly left behind while his family flies to...
The New Uniform Power of Attorney Act
The Uniform Power of Attorney Act (UPOAA) became effective in Michigan on July 1, 2024.
An Active Lifestyle Can Ward Off Alzheimer’s
Alzheimer's is a devastating disease. Few things are more heart-wrenching than to be diagnosed with Alzheimer's or to watch a loved one
The 9 Questions You Must Ask if a Loved One is Going Into a Nursing Home
As the founder of the Elder and Estate Planning Law Firm, I specialize in helping Michigan families protect their estates. Whether you...
Who Will Care For You?
Assisted living is a growing industry. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, over 800,000 older Americans reside...
