There are two types of assistance the US government offers to veterans: veterans' benefits and veterans' compensation. Veterans’ benefits refer to programs and services to veterans and their families by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), such as health care,…
Long-term nursing care has become notorious for its astronomical costs. There can be a monthly fee of up to $7,000.00 depending on location. Hundreds of thousands of people presently need that kind of care and the numbers are rising. Ten…
In elder law, a certified elder law attorney (CELA) represents aging adults and their families in legal matters. Elder law encompasses a wide range of legal matters affecting an older or disabled person. Issues related to guardianship, retirement, health care…
In 2023, the VA will match the Social Security Administration's cost of living adjustment (COLA), which is an 8.7 percent increase in benefits. The VA disability monthly tax-free benefit is available to qualifying former military service members who sustained injury…
A parent who is aging may lose the ability to make informed and meaningful decisions about his or her future. This growing inability may occur due to Alzheimer’s disease, other forms of dementia, mental illness, stroke, brain injury, or other…
Smartphones, computers, and other technology are frequently used by Gen Xers, Millennials, and Gen Zs. So, technology is often not the first thing in mind as a gift for older parents and grandparents. Yet, technology is helping millions of seniors overcome…
Most often, guardianship is associated with an adult caring for a minor child. However, you can employ the process to obtain legal rights over elderly or aging adults, usually, parents, who are losing their physical and mental health capacities. While the…
You cannot escape aging, and every family system is affected by it. Even if you are in the fortunate circumstance where your aging parents can go it alone for a long time there will come a day when assistance or…
In terms of estate planning, contemplating financial matters and making long-term life decisions can be a difficult and emotional process. However, it is crucial to wisely manage your assets while aging and provide for the family members who will survive…
There are currently more than 51 million Americans that are 65 or older, and this number is continually growing due to medical and technological developments. The expanding needs of the US aging population are contributing to an increase in federal…