by Sheryl Manning | Sep 14, 2023 | Elder Law, Estate Planning
Before seeking medical care, imagine if you were ill and had to decide if you could afford it. Unfortunately, for many Americans, seeking medical care hinges on affordability rather than medical necessity. About half of US adults have gone without or delayed medical...
by Sheryl Manning | Sep 7, 2023 | Elder Law, Special Needs Planning
Trusts are created when someone or a company manages property or assets on behalf of another. The person or entity is known as the trustee and has the responsibility of making decisions in the best interest of the trust beneficiary. Trusts are advantageous because...
by Sheryl Manning | Aug 31, 2023 | Elder Law
Over half of Americans over 50 plan on aging in place, according to AARP. These seniors are willing to employ alternative solutions to make it happen. The alternatives include home sharing (32%), modifying their home (31%), and relocating to communities that provide...
by Sheryl Manning | Aug 3, 2023 | Elder Law, Special Needs Planning
“Accessible travel” and “disabled travel” are relatively recent terms referring to travel for people with disabilities. People with disabilities simply refer to travel as “accessible travel” or “disabled travel”. There...
by Sheryl Manning | Jun 29, 2023 | Elder Law
Your loved one’s well-being depends on how you advocate for them in a nursing home. Residents in nursing homes and other long-term care facilities are disproportionately affected by the flu, pneumonia, COVID-19, and other contagious diseases. According to the...
by Sheryl Manning | Jun 22, 2023 | Elder Law, Special Needs Planning
In 2014, the Achieving a Better Life Experience Act (ABLE) was passed by Congress. This created tax-advantaged accounts for people with disabilities. Funds can grow tax-free if used for qualifying expenses. Before the ABLE Act, if a person with disabilities had more...
