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Estate Planning for Young Adults: A Must-Have Before College

May 27, 2025

It’s graduation season, which marks the exciting ending to one chapter and the beginning of a new one. When preparing to send your child off to college, there’s a lot on your to-do list—buying dorm essentials, registering for classes, setting up a meal plan. However, one crucial item that’s often overlooked is estate planning. If…

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Memorial Day Family Fun: Safe Activities for Seniors with Dementia

May 20, 2025

The Hurley Elder Care Law team looks forward to honoring and remembering the men and women who died while serving in the U.S. military during our long Memorial Day Weekend. Many of our elder law clients have lost family and friends during their service and want to participate in activities to honor them. Memorial Day…

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Navigating the hospital discharge process

Navigating the Hospital Discharge Process: What Caregivers Need to Know

May 13, 2025

When a loved one is hospitalized, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed, especially when navigating the hospital discharge process. “My loved one is being discharged from the hospital already? Now what?” is a common question asked of the Hurley Elder Care Law team. Here are key pieces of advice that can help make navigating the hospital…

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Considerations for pet ownership

Considerations for Dog Ownership for Older Adults

May 6, 2025

It’s springtime in Georgia, the weather is pleasant, and the yellow pollen haze is finally dissipating. Many of us are enjoying time outside with our dogs. For older adults, welcoming a dog into the home can bring joy, purpose, and companionship. But pet ownership isn’t without its challenges, especially as we age. Here’s a quick…

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Elder Law Myths

Busting Elder Law Myths: What You Need to Know

April 29, 2025

At Hurley Elder Care Law, we know that elder law can seem overwhelming, especially with so much misinformation floating around. That’s why “busting elder law myths” blogs are always a favorite — we’re passionate about helping families feel informed and empowered as they navigate the long-term care journey. Busting Elder Law Myths — The real…

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UTIs in Aging Adults

UTIs in Aging Adults: What You Need to Know

April 22, 2025

Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are common in older adults and can have serious consequences if left untreated. While younger people may easily recognize the symptoms, UTIs in aging adults often present differently and can be mistaken for other conditions, especially dementia. What Is a UTI? A UTI is an infection in any part of the…

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Falls are serious

Falls are Serious: Spring into Safety with Easy Home Updates

April 15, 2025

Spring is the perfect time to refresh your space, and for older adults, it’s also an ideal time to remove hazards that could cause a fall. Falls are serious and fall prevention awareness can keep you safe and at home. Falls Are Serious—and Costly According to the CDC: 1 in 10 falls causes an injury…

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CELA

Not all Elder Law Attorneys are Created Equally

April 8, 2025

Choosing the right elder law attorney can make all the difference when caring for aging loved ones. Many clients need more than just a simple will or power of attorney—they need a comprehensive, elder-centered approach that provides legal, financial, and emotional support. Life Care Planning Model At Hurley Elder Care Law, we take pride in…

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Medicaid Estate Recovery

Understanding Medicaid Estate Recovery

April 1, 2025

Understanding Medicaid Estate Recovery: What It Means for Your Family Home One of the most common concerns we hear at Hurley Elder Care Law is: “Will I lose my home if I apply for Medicaid?” The fear often stems from confusion around Medicaid Estate Recovery—a program that can affect your assets after a loved one…

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Exempt and countable assets

Medicaid Planning: Exempt and Countable Assets

March 25, 2025

Thanks for sticking with us over the past few weeks, as we have explored Nursing Home Medicaid more deeply. We know it can feel overwhelming and complicated. We are sharing this information so you realize that you have options to protect your income and assets while getting necessary skilled nursing care. This is called Medicaid…

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