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Each year, during the month of May, the Administration for Community Living (ACL) sponsors the nation’s observance of Older Americans Month. Every year there is a new theme for Older Americans Month. The 2019 theme --  Connect, Create, Contribute -- encourages older adults and their communities to:Connect with friends, family, and services that support participation. Create by engaging in … [Read more...]

Very few of us can get by for very long without regular income. While we may try to save for the proverbial “rainy day,” a lengthy period of incapacity can wipe out a rainy day fund in no time. Furthermore, your odds of experiencing that period of incapacity are likely higher than you realize. While the odds of becoming incapacitated do increase with age, one in five Americans will experience a … [Read more...]

Veterans, and their dependents, are entitled to a number of benefits and qualify for numerous assistance programs as a result of their service. One program that can help veterans and their spouses put off the need to move to long-term care is the Veterans Aid & Attendance program. The VA&A program is not a well-known program; however, the benefits it provides can make a huge difference to … [Read more...]

Sadly, elder abuse is a growing problem in the United States, and a problem that can impact anyone. You do not need to have amassed a fortune to wind up a victim of elder abuse; however, when a fortune is involved it often increases the likelihood of foul play. Marvel Comic legend Stan Lee has been making headlines recently as a result of his battle against elder abuse. The court recently renewed … [Read more...]

Everyone living in the United States today owes a debt of gratitude to the millions of men and women who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces. The government owes those men and women the benefits they were promised and to which they are entitled. Unfortunately, veterans often have to fight for the benefits they deserve. Sadly, one veteran, Robert DiCicco, died waiting for the Veterans … [Read more...]

The population of older Americans (age 65 and older) has reached historic highs in recent years as the Baby Boomer generation enters their retirement years. Moreover, experts tell us that the increase in the older population will continue in the years to come. Sadly, with the increase in the number of seniors has come a corresponding increase in instances of elder abuse throughout the nation. If … [Read more...]

As a grandparent, there is likely not much you wouldn’t do to help a grandchild. Sadly, there are scam artists out there who use that fact to prey – with much success -- on the elderly in what has come to be known as the “Granny Scam.”  In an effort to help prevent you from becoming a victim, the Vero Beach elder law attorneys at Kulas Law Group explain the “Granny Scam” and offer tips to help you … [Read more...]

You have undoubtedly heard the warning “read the fine print” when signing contracts of all types; however, for the loved one of elderly individuals in need of nursing home care – often in a time sensitive context – the last thing they have time to do is sit down and read through pages and pages of legal jargon. They just want to find a caring, compassionate, and competent facility to care for … [Read more...]

As the elderly population in the United States continues to grow at an unprecedented rate, the need for caregivers for the elderly has also experienced a corresponding increase. Oftentimes, family members or close friends offer to provide care to an elderly individual without expecting payment for that care. If you are one of those caregivers, it is important that you acknowledge the impact your … [Read more...]

If you are faced with the prospect of putting a parent, or other elderly loved one, in a nursing home, you are probably concerned about the care the facility will provide. Sadly, with nursing home abuse and neglect occurring far too often in the United States, your concerns are justified. Taking the time to do your homework when selecting a nursing home is one way to alleviate some of your … [Read more...]