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In our May newsletter, we discussed changes to Georgia Nursing Home Medicaid due to the COVID-19 crisis. We all hoped the changes would be short lived and everyone could go back to “normal.” However, the effects of COVID-19 are proving to be more long-lasting. Our clients and their families have experienced unique and challenging situations.…
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After years of a stagnant personal needs allowance (it was stuck at $50/month for many years), Georgia has made increases two years in a row. In 2018, Georgia increased the personal needs allowance to $65. This year, Georgia has increased the amount to $70. This new personal needs allowance went into effect on Monday,…
Read More It is no secret that we enjoy sharing knowledge and information about best practices with other elder care professionals in Georgia (and across the country!). Last year, we spoke over 150 times and offered 73 different continuing education events. We are certified to offer continuing education credits to social workers via the Association of Social…
Read More After our last blog post about qualifying for nursing home Medicaid while owning a home, we received numerous questions about just giving the house away. Several sons and daughters were advised to just sign a quitclaim deed transferring mom or dad’s house to them before moving them into a nursing home. They thought that just…
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As older Americans navigate the later stages of their life, a growing concern that often occupies their thoughts is the fear of becoming seriously ill and the subsequent financial burden associated with long-term care. This anxiety is not unfounded; the cost of healthcare in the United States, particularly for long-term services such as home care…
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We look back at 2023 and can’t believe another year has flown by as we get ready to celebrate our 18th anniversary as Hurley Elder Care Law. From our inception, our founder, Miles Hurley, JD, CELA has been committed to holistically serving our clients through our life care planning model. After becoming a caregiver for…
Read More Join Danielle C. Humphrey, JD, CELA of Hurley Elder Care Law and Chris Lybolt from Senior Care Authority as they present a caregiver workshop. This workshop is designed to help caregivers, or anyone interested in obtaining resources to help navigate the complex issues that come with aging. As your parents get older, you will want…
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During our many presentations throughout the year long-term care insurance (LTCI) is one of the most popular topics our attendees ask questions about. It might be hard to imagine now, but chances are you’ll need some help taking care of yourself later in life. The big question is: How will you pay for care? Buying…
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Family caregivers are the backbone of long-term caregiving in the US. According to the Alzheimer’s Association, about 38 million Americans spent 36 billion hours caring for adults with chronic, disabling, or serious health issues. Much of that care is provided by family caregivers and is unpaid. Recently, the state of Georgia become one of only…
Read More CE Events 5 Events In Person 3 Events Virtual 5 Events FREE BRAND NEW CE Webinar ” Healthcare Laws Every Provider Should Know – 2024 Update” January 9, 2024 | 9:00 am-10:00 am ET The laws and regulations impacting healthcare providers and consumers are constantly changing, both at the Federal level and within our State…
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