by David Edwards | Mar 7, 2017 | Aging Parents, EC-CareAffordabilityPage, Elder Care Advising, Nursing Home
So, what do nursing homes have to do with estate planning? When most people think about estate planning, they almost exclusively think of a Last Will & Testament, but a Will only works AFTER you pass away. A Will sets out what will happen, who’s in charge,... 
by David Edwards | Jan 31, 2017 | Elder Care Advising, Nursing Home
Finding good care as you age has always been stressful. And thanks to the rising costs of long-term care in the U.S., the last decade of life is now more stressful than ever. Long-term care planning (or Life Care Planning) can help make sure you get good care, help... by David Edwards | Dec 1, 2015 | Elder Care Advising, Nursing Home
When a loved one is facing long-term care the first concern people have when they come to us for planning is how to get the best care possible. The second concern is how to pay for it. Getting Good Care People come to us worried about an aging family member or... 
by David Edwards | Nov 17, 2015 | EC- HomePage, EC-MedicaidPage, Medicaid/Medicare, Nursing Home
While it may seem like a good idea that things like Medicaid applications and Veterans benefit apps are accessible and do-it-yourself, as with many things relating to government, it’s really not that simple. There are many things that can go wrong when people... by David Edwards | Nov 10, 2015 | Aging Parents, Nursing Home
We got another one of those calls the other day. It went something like this: “Mom has been in the nursing home for 3 years now and her money is gone. Is there anything we can do?” Our hearts sink when we hear this, because for this family, it’s too... by David Edwards | Nov 3, 2015 | Elder Care Advising, Nursing Home
It’s difficult to face, but statistics show that 70% of people who reach the age of 70 will need some sort of long-term care (like a nursing home). The need for long-term care can arise because of stroke, dementia or any number of health problems. When that...