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Should I have a revocable or irrevocable trust?
So you’ve heard that you should start thinking about trusts. The first major question that you and your attorney will need to answer is: what kind? A trust is a place where you can place assets for legal protection. In it, a trustee holds the assets and until they are...
What is the difference between having guardianship and Power of Attorney?
As we age, many of us will begin to lose our memories, judgment and decision-making abilities. It can be one of the most heartbreaking parts of aging, both for the affected senior and his family. However, with careful planning, it is possible to ensure that you will...
Can emotional abuse lead to serious health issues in the elderly?
Elder abuse is a serious problem in nursing homes and other care facilities throughout Kentucky. While many people know to look for physical signs of mistreatment and neglect, emotional abuse is also a serious issue. When it comes to emotional abuse, it can be more...
How to do a hygiene check with my aging parents?
As much as you’d hope your parents are receiving proper hygiene care in their nursing home, it doesn’t hurt to do a quick check-in. The immune system naturally weakens with age. Facilitating a well-thought-out conversation with loved ones about the conditions of their...
The importance of fiduciaries to estate planning
Fiduciaries are vitally important to estate planning. Unfortunately, however, many people have only a vague notion of what a fiduciary is. According to Kiplinger, a fiduciary is someone with the authority to act on your behalf. As it relates to estate planning, a...
Does Medicaid reimburse nursing home bed reservations?
You may occasionally need to be away from your nursing home for short periods of time, and you may worry about reserving your bed so that you can return after your absence. As described by the Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services, state Medicaid guidelines...
What can a beneficiary in a will expect?
If you are left with something in a will, you are called a beneficiary. You can expect to be contacted by the solicitor dealing with the case, and he will let you know what you have received and when you should receive it. According to Beyond, he may not know how much...
What should I know about do-not-resuscitate orders?
A do-not-resuscitate (DNR) order provides essential information to medical professionals in the event you're unable to communicate. These orders are often controversial, as friends and family may disagree with the directives laid out by you personally. Here some of...
Can the state of Kentucky recover for Medicaid?
When a person who received Medicaid benefits passes away, the state of Kentucky has the power to collect the cost of those benefits from the deceased’s estate. If you recently lost a loved one who was on Medicaid, the last thing you want to worry about is losing the...
Be in control of your medical care as you age
Very few people want to think about death or life-limiting illnesses, but it is an important part of estate planning. Without preparing for worst case medical circumstances, the truth is someone else will make the hard decisions for you. They may not be what you would...
