Our regularly updated blog provides important information about elder law and Medicaid planning in Michigan. Learn about the common mistakes that seniors make when preparing for the high cost of long-term care and how an experienced attorney can help you preserve your assets while still qualifying for valuable Medicaid benefits.
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Ways to Pay for Long-Term CareWhile we all hope to remain healthy and active as we age, there is a possibility that an unforeseen medical condition or accident could limit our mobility and change our medical care needs. While Medicare and supplemental Medicare coverage will cover some costs, these plans and policies will not pay for most long-term care services... Read More »
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Michigan Medicaid MythsMichigan Medicaid Myths & Facts. Attorney Glenn Matecun focuses on Nursing Home Planning and Medicaid Planning in Michigan. Call for free consultation.
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“Mistake Day” On Senior Law Radio (Your Mistakes, Not Mine. . .)It was “Mistake Day” on Senior Law Radio! On today’s show I covered many common mistakes people make relating to their estate plan (Will, Trust, etc.) and long-term care planning. Topics are broad and include: Adding someone’s name to your deed (sometimes you’ll hear this referred to as a “quit claim deed”) Hybrid families (second... Read More »
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Important Changes to Medicaid Planning in Michigan Using SBO TrustsWe are publishing this information for clients and friends of our law firm to give you an important update about how the State of Michigan recently started applying a Medicaid planning policy. Although this may not directly affect you, you should be aware of it and how it affects your estate plan, your family and... Read More »
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Program for All-Inclusive Care of Elderly (PACE)The goal for many seniors is to remain in their own homes as long as possible. Unfortunately, some seniors may experience healthcare challenges which can make living in their home more difficult. For those Michigan seniors who have encountered medical challenges and would like to continue living in their home environment, the PACE program may... Read More »
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Medicare Private Fee-for-Service PlansGetting older can involve developing more complicated health conditions resulting in frequent trips to see different medical professionals. While some care may be routine, often it will also include seeing specialists and undergoing different tests. For Medicare recipients, this can mean not having many options regarding providers and being required to cover co-pays and other... Read More »
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Choosing Between Hospice and a Nursing HomeWhen someone you love is approaching their final days, it is devastating and hard to fully comprehend. Often families are left reeling from this heartbreaking reality only to be faced with the difficult choice of having to decide between nursing home care for their loved one, hospice at home, or a hospice care facility. Choosing... Read More »
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Tackling Senior Depression : How You Can Lift Your Spirits When You Feel DownWith age comes change. You retire, you move out of the family home, your health needs change, and things just aren’t the way they used to be. These changes may come all at once, or they may occur gradually over the years. One side effect of such change is depression: the constant feeling of sadness,... Read More »
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Half of Penalized Nursing Homes Continue Giving Poor TreatmentPatients falling out of wheelchairs, taking medicine meant for their neighbor, or being bullied by staff members are nightmare situations that should never occur at a nursing home. Nursing homes face fines and restrictions when they violate safety rules in order to prevent these things from happening. Unfortunately—and outrageously—many homes continue to violate patients’ safety... Read More »
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Ridesharing Can Simplify Travel for ElderlyYou are probably familiar with the recent phenomenon of ridesharing, a form of on-demand transportation service similar to a taxi cab. It provides an alternative to public transportation and cabs at times and locations that those services are not accessible or convenient. Ridesharing has gained its popularity through the ease with which almost anyone with a... Read More »