As our population ages, understanding guardianship in elder care becomes increasingly critical for seniors and their families. Guardianship, a legal mechanism designed to protect individuals who cannot manage their personal and financial affairs, plays a pivotal role in elder care planning. This blog post provides a comprehensive overview of guardianship in elder care, including when…
Grief after the loss of a loved one can be funny when you think about it. We all face it at some point in our lives. Death and grief are universal experiences, yet they affect each of us individually. There are times when grief can consume us, making us feel that the pain will never…
Seniors can take advantage of the warm weather by moving their exercise routine from indoors to outdoors. Exercising outdoors has additional benefits, like increasing Vitamin D levels, which is important for bone health and immune function, as well as improving mood, lowering stress levels, and boosting brain function. Exercising during the summer is important to…
Helping to navigate estate planning for widows and widowers in New Jersey and Pennsylvania and ensuring your estate is secure during this challenging time.
Rothkoff Law Group’s 7th Annual Elder Care Symposium is an energizing day-long event highlighting Innovations in Elder Care.
Why travel to Colombia? Jerry Rothkoff has answers to this question in this edition’s featured article. Also in this issue: how to find nursing home staffing information, what to expect at the upcoming Rothkoff Elder Care Symposium, and more.
Starting conversations about death and dying, especially with loved ones, can be challenging. It is okay to feel scared about having this conversation, whether sharing your thoughts or asking others about theirs. However, having conversations about death and dying can be made easier with understanding, empathy, and a few tips. Death is a natural part…
Navigating the legal landscape can be confusing and requires specialized knowledge and experience. One area that may raise questions is the difference between elder law and regular law. Understanding this distinction is crucial, especially when protecting the interests of our community’s seniors. Let’s visit the difference between elder and regular law in this blog, helping you recognize when it might be advantageous to consult an elder law attorney rather than a regular, non-specialized attorney.
Elder law myths can lead to costly mistakes and missed opportunities for those planning for retirement, healthcare, and estate management. Here, we aim to debunk the top five common myths about elder law, providing clarity and accurate information to help you make informed decisions. We hope to offer peace of mind by addressing these elder…
The importance of crisis planning for seniors can be summarized by something Benjamin Franklin once said, “By failing to prepare, you are preparing to fail.” Oftentimes, families contact our Elder Care Law office for crisis planning for seniors in their lives, struggling to manage the needs of their loved ones while caught up in the…
