Elder Care
Long-Term Care Insurance Industry Shakeout
Those considering long-term care insurance should be aware of recent several changes in the long-term care insurance industry. Guardian stopped offering the…
2011 NC Senior Fraud Booklet
The 2011 Consumer Scams and Fraud booklet issued by the North Carolina Attorney General is now available. It is geared to increase awareness of…
National Health Care Decisions Day
Today is National Health Care Decisions Day. Take charge of your future – talk to family, your doctor and your estate planning attorney…
Best Nursing Homes in North Carolina
The U.S. News and World Report has issued a report on the best nursing homes in America. From the website: “All of…
The Rights of Nursing Home Residents
The stress of moving into a nursing home is great – and it’s compounded by the loss of freedom, dignity and privacy….
Beware of “Medicaid Friendly” Annuities versus “Medicaid Compliant” Annuities
I have had a few clients who have been sold “Medicaid Friendly” Annuities. In at least one case, the annuity salesman sold…
What is Medicaid Planning?
This post is by elder law attorney Kristin L. Burrows, who recently joined my firm. Look for more entries from her in the future,…
Take Advantage of Tax Deductions for CCRC Costs
You or someone you love may be ready for a retirement community living arrangement, which typically includes lifetime residential accommodations, meals, and…
Statute of Limitations Does Not Apply to Medicaid Estate Recovery
The North Carolina Medicaid program paid a total of $52,575.14 in nursing home costs for Sallie Anthony. After Mrs. Anthony’s death, Anna…
Cost of Care in North Carolina – 2010
Genworth recently conducted a survey of the Cost of Care in North Carolina (Home Care, Adult Day Care, Assisted Living and Nursing Homes). There…
