Going through a divorce requires couples to separate pretty much every aspect of their lives, but many forget that their estate plans and wills will need modification as well. Chances are, your will outlines what your ex-spouse will receive should you die, as well as outlining how he or she will handle any medical or financial decisions if you become impaired. In Georgia, a divorce basically revokes an ex-spouse from Read More

Considering how prevalent elder abuse is in many nursing homes, hearing a complaint from your mother about her nursing home may alarm you. It also might frustrate you if you have put a lot of time and energy into finding the perfect nexus between cost and your mother’s needs. When your mother starts to complain about her nursing home, you must do due diligence before accusing the nursing home of abuse. There are many Read More

If someone close to you has received an Alzheimer’s diagnosis, help plan his or her future through proper estate planning. Everyone should prepare for the future. But for someone who has received an Alzheimer’s diagnosis, the quicker they start, the better their chances are for participating in the process. This is their life and their wishes. If someone you love is facing this illness, there are things they should Read More

The internet and its growth over the past few decades may have dramatically changed how you live your life. You may use the internet and digital programs for work, entertainment and to connect with friends and family. Since internet usage is now so widespread (the Pew Research Center estimates that approximately 93% of adults in the U.S. use the internet), you may have acquired some digital assets. You should account Read More

If you are feeling a little upset about how you’re getting older, look around. If you see anyone—anyone at all, then you noticed someone who is going through the same thing as you. Everyone is aging, but not everyone is doing it the same. The goal might not be to look 20 years younger but to be the healthiest, active person you can. Establish A Good Sleep Routine This goes far beyond getting 7 to 9 hours of sleep a Read More

Once people reach the age where they need long-term care, they are generally also receiving other types of government benefits, such as health care and Social Security.  There are many rules about long-term care and benefits, so it is no surprise that many people worry they will lose their benefits if they enter a nursing home. However, that is not always the case.  Supplemental Security Income If a person receives Read More

If you have a relative who has special needs, you may want to include a special needs trust in your estate plan. This type of trust gives your loved one access to funds to use on supplemental expenses without harming his or her eligibility for means-tested government benefits, like Supplemental Security Income or Medicaid.  When forming your special needs trust, you must carefully select a trustee to manage it. After Read More

When reviewing your estate plan, it often feels overwhelming. In fact, many people put their reviews off for that exact reason. But this does more harm than good in the end and can leave you with even more work when you eventually have to do a review. Instead, consider prioritizing your review by its most important components. By doing this, you can decide what to focus on and how to organize your time Read More

There are several types of trusts, each of which provides benefits according to an individual’s particular circumstances. In the state of Georgia, there are two types of trusts designed specifically for those with special needs. About special needs trusts The objective of this kind of trust is to supplement the benefits that someone with special needs receives from government programs. The assets of the trust are Read More

If you, your spouse or a parent needs long-term nursing care, he or she may qualify for Medicaid coverage. Georgia looks at the family’s income and asset limits to determine eligibility under the state guidelines. Review these limits to inform the Medicaid planning process if your family faces this situation because of injury or illness. Income limits A single adult must have an income of less than $2,382 a month to Read More