There are steps Indiana families can take to plan ahead for their loved ones with dementia. While everyone’s situation is different, setting some things up as early as possible can help manage finances and daily life as it becomes more difficult for the person with...
Elder Law
How to use trusts to protect seniors in Indiana
Indiana residents might not know how to best provide for their aging parents. While there are government assistance programs available, there are strict rules as to how you can qualify. Why you would want government assistance It’s no question that healthcare is...
How to help your elder loved one transition to elder care
If your elderly parent is no longer able to care for themselves at home, you have the option of Indiana nursing home care. It’s important to have some tips on how to help them transition to their new situation. Talk to them and hear them Sit down and talk to your...
Is financial-elder abuse real?
The elder laws of Indiana are in place to make sure that seniors aren't taken advantage of. The elderly are often targets of financial abuse. If you suspect that your elderly family member is being taken advantage of, then be ready to find unwarranted changes in their...
Six ways to help manage a senior’s affairs
It can be difficult to prepare for the process of aging and becoming a senior citizen. Completing a simple task can take longer than expected, and managing your finances is sometimes challenging. The following are six ways for seniors in Indiana to put their legal and...
Eligibility information for Indiana Medicaid
If you are a resident of Indiana and need medical assistance, you may be wondering if you are eligible for Medicaid. Here are the requirements you need to meet to qualify. How is eligibility determined? To be eligible for Indiana Medicaid, you must meet certain...
Long-term care and elder financial abuse
Older residents of Indiana expect to be treated with respect and care. Unfortunately, elder abuse occurs, including financial abuse, that harms individuals and puts them at risk. What is elder financial abuse? Elder financial abuse is a type of fraud perpetrated on...
Can Medicaid garnish your estate?
If you aren’t aware of the Medicaid Estate Recovery Program (MERP), it might help to speak with a lawyer. The Medicaid you receive can be garnished from your estate upon your death. Estate owners need to protect their assets from creditors, tax collectors and fraud....
Importance of a power of attorney in elder care
It is recommended that all Indiana adults have a designated individual to serve as an agent under a power of attorney in the event of a calamity that renders them incapacitated, but it is vital for seniors to make this designation. A power of attorney is actually one...
Elder Law and promotion for independence
One of the primary problems that many elderly residents of Indiana face is maintaining as much personal independence as possible. While many members of the senior citizen community have difficulty staying self-sufficient with respect to maintaining their home, they...