Elder Law

Could Georgians one day use Medicaid to pay for assisted living?

By Hurley Elder Care Law | September 29, 2017

There is a new push to change Georgia’s laws so that Medicaid dollars could also be used to pay for assisted living facilities. The Coalition of Advocates for Georgia’s Elderly (CO-AGE) has finalized their 2018 advocacy priorities, and this topic was selected as one of their 3 legislative issues for 2018. We all know…

Using the Medicaid “Spend Down” to Pre-Pay Funeral Expenses

By Hurley Elder Care Law | September 14, 2017

Money, Death, and Medicaid—topics very few want to discuss. When it comes to planning ahead for retirement, long-term care needs or death, I have come to learn that few families ever approach these topics. Most of our families come to us in crisis – they have insufficient funds for retirement, no plan for their long-term…

Keep “Money Follows the Person Program” Alive

By Hurley Elder Care Law | August 31, 2016

The Money Follows the Person Program is at risk of disappearing unless congress takes action.

National Elder Law Month

By Hurley Elder Care Law | May 3, 2016

May is National Elder Law Month, which is a time that promotes attorneys educating seniors about their legal options. Know the signs for when you should contact an elder law attorney and tips on choosing the right one.

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Very comfortable atmosphere. They treat you like you are one of the family.

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Due to aging, escalating health and cost concerns for both my husband and myself, I chose to work with Hurley Elder Care to do care and estate planning. I am so very pleased with the result. I have a much improved understanding of the complexity of this process, the necessary documents, timing, regulations and the need for professional guidance.