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This popular resource has received a facelift. It now includes Nursing Home Medicaid income and asset limits, popular elder law Q&A, and useful facts about the Georgia Advance Directive for Healthcare and the Financial Power of Attorney. 2026 Elder law Quick Facts is new and improved For the first time, you have all this information…
I went to the grocery store last week to stock up for our weekend festivities. I was astonished by my $300 food bill for what felt like just a handful of bags. I have been aware of the rising cost of food, but I took a closer look at my receipt. I noticed a box…
The Fourth of July is a time for family, friends, and celebration, but it can also be one of the most stressful and dangerous holidays for our pets. Read our tips for protecting your furry family member Did you know that more pets go missing during the July 4th holiday than at any other time…
June is Pride Month, a time to celebrate the diversity, resilience, and contributions of the LGBTQ+ community. It is also an opportunity to highlight the significance of proactive planning for the future. Today we will focus on the importance of estate planning for LGBTQ+ adults. Without proper documents in place trusted individuals may not be…
At Hurley Elder Care Law, we aim to ‘myth-bust’ common elder law misinformation. One such myth is that a diagnosis of dementia or Alzheimer’s disease automatically means a person can no longer create or update estate planning documents. This is wrong! In fact, many individuals in the early stages of cognitive decline remain legally capable…
Last month, we explored some of the most common myths about Medicaid and long-term care. As promised, we are continuing the conversation by answering additional questions we hear daily from families navigating these decisions. Do you work only with seniors? Not at all! Every adult over 18 should have essential estate planning documents in place,…
As high school graduations wrap up and college move-in lists begin, many families are focused on dorm supplies, meal plans, and class schedules. However, June is also the ideal time to ensure your young adult has essential legal documents in place before life gets even busier. Once your child turns 18, they are legally an…
At Hurley Elder Care Law, we understand that when someone reaches out to our office, it is often during one of the most stressful and emotional periods of their life. Families are trying to navigate difficult conversations about aging, long-term care, finances, Medicaid, estate planning, or a loved one’s health and safety. Many callers feel…
Each May, we recognize National Elder Law Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about the unique legal and financial issues impacting older adults and their families. This year’s theme, “Protecting Rights, Fighting Scams,” shines a spotlight on one of the fastest growing threats facing seniors today: financial fraud and exploitation. Scams targeting older adults…
When it comes to planning for aging loved ones, there is no shortage of confusion. Families often come to us feeling overwhelmed, having read conflicting information online or heard advice that simply is not accurate. The truth is that elder law is complex and highly specific to each situation. Misunderstandings about Medicaid, estate planning, and…
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