Many veterans are unaware of the long term or elder care benefits available to them through veterans’ health care, state veterans homes, home renovation grants (HISA grants), or through two disability income programs called Compensation and Pension. One particular program called Veterans Pension or more commonly known as the “Veterans Aid and Attendance Benefit,” can…

While good planning is important at all stages of life, it’s a must as you get older. The legal problems most often encountered by the elderly are directly linked to the aging process, such as long-term care issues and incapacitation. None of us wants to think about being unable to care for our loved ones…

There are many specific legal and financial issues relating to aging and elderly people.  Whether it’s making your medical wishes clear, working out the distribution of your assets, making sure you are ready for any and all elder care expenses you may encounter, or protecting your property from estate taxes, sitting down and talking to…