Comparison of New Jersey and Pennsylvania Medicaid Eligibility Rules
New Jersey and Pennsylvania Medicaid eligibility rules differ. We break down what you need to know to plan confidently for long-term care.
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How to Choose a Home Care Agency
Searching for the right home care agency for your loved one can feel overwhelming. With so an abundance of options in the southern New Jersey and southeastern Pennsylvania area available, there are many factors to consider and questions to ask to ensure your loved one receives the best care possible. Understanding how to choose a…
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Five Questions to Ask at a Nursing Home Care Conference
When a loved one resides in a nursing home, their well-being becomes a shared responsibility between the family and the facility’s care team. Regular care conferences provide an opportunity to review your loved one’s care plan, ask questions, and address any concerns. Knowing the right questions to ask at a nursing home care conference can…
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What is the Difference between New Jersey and Pennsylvania Medicaid Coverage?
Medicaid is a program that provides health coverage to millions of qualified individuals, including seniors, children, and people with disabilities. Funded jointly by the federal government and individual states, Medicaid offers a safety net for those who might not otherwise afford necessary medical care. However, Medicaid is not uniform across the country. Each state administers…
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A Celebration of Phil
Last month, my family and I participated with thousands of others in a celebration. If you are thinking of the Eagles Super Bowl championship parade, you would be incorrect, although I did attend the parade as well. I am referring to spending five hours driving to Western Pennsylvania, namely Punxsutawney, PA, for Groundhog Day. It…
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The Intersection of Elder Law in Financial Planning
Learn how elder law in financial planning for seniors enhances financial security for seniors by helping manage assets, income, and expenses.
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How to Choose the Right Assisted Living Community
Making the decision to transition a senior loved one into an assisted living community can be a complex and emotional process. Families want to ensure their loved ones are safe, happy, and receiving the support they need while maintaining as much independence as possible. We’ve put together a few tips so you know how to…
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Case Study: Comprehensive Elder Care Planning: How Our Team Helped a California Daughter Manage Her Mother’s Care
Caring for an aging parent can feel overwhelming, particularly when managing care from a distance. This was the situation for a California daughter whose mother experienced a severe fall, resulting in a broken hip. Following hospitalization, her mother was transferred to a rehabilitation facility in Philadelphia. The daughter needed immediate help managing her mother’s complex…
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Case Study: Assisted Living Transition Planning: How Our Elder Care Law Firm Helped Dad Move to New Jersey
At our elder care law firm, we specialize in assisted living transition planning, providing families with the guidance they need within the oftentimes complex process of moving loved ones into assisted living facilities. In this case study, we share the story of how we helped a single dad from Bucks County, Pennsylvania, transition to an…
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Case Study: How Our Elder Care Law Firm Helped a Married Couple with Continuing Care Retirement Community Planning
When planning for the future, especially in the context of aging, decisions surrounding long-term care can feel overwhelming. Whether it involves independent living, assisted living, memory care, or skilled nursing, Continuing Care Retirement Community planning is one of the steps in ensuring a comfortable and dignified life in later years. At our elder care law…
