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How to talk to aging parents about their estate plan
Few people are eager to talk about estate planning with their loved ones, particularly aging parents. These are undeniably difficult conversations, fraught with emotion.
Holidays and a new year: Time to think about estate plans
Creating safety nets and directing your affairs after death are not always top of list. But in this season of togetherness with family and evaluating who and what is important in your life, estate planning really is a logical focus. If you have avoided futures planning, the new year can be a time to direct attention to your long-term affairs and consult an attorney about your estate planning needs
Should you get a trust in 2020? 3 FAQs to help you decide.
Estate planning is intimidating. Once you start an initial conversation about putting together a plan you may find yourself overwhelmed by all the options to consider. Should you just get a will, or should you consider having a trust, too? What exactly is a trust anyway?
The 2 basic types of special needs trusts
There are many potential benefits to creating a special needs trust for a loved one with disabilities. Not only can it provide funds to ensure that person lives comfortably, it can also help the beneficiary meet eligibility requirements for certain government programs, such as Medicaid.
Trump administration proposes rule change to disability benefits
Many people with disabilities rely on Social Security Disability Insurance or Supplemental Security Income, federal benefit programs that the Social Security Administration (SSA) administers. SSDI and SSI are financial lifelines for many people unable to work because of their disabilities.
Why Medicaid planning needs to happen well in advance
About 1.2 million Coloradans were enrolled in Health First Colorado, the state’s overarching Medicaid program, as of November, 2019. It’s a figure that speaks to the importance of the program for many people, particularly older individuals that may need long-term health care services or support.
How to recognize – and manage – caregiver stress
Being a caregiver is often a 24/7 responsibility. The loved one you’re helping to look after may need assistance at any time of day, no matter what you’re doing or how you’re feeling. The responsibility – even if you would never think of giving it up – can be utterly draining.
