Houston Elder Law Blog
Please read these curated articles to learn more about topics related to elder law, estate planning, probate, and Medicaid planning. If you need the assistance of a lawyer, please contact us as soon as possible.
Elder Law Attorneys Helping You Plan For The Future
Please read these curated articles to learn more about topics related to elder law, estate planning, probate, and Medicaid planning. If you need the assistance of a lawyer, please contact us as soon as possible.
There is a misconception that Alzheimer's is untreatable. While a cure has not yet been developed, there are medications and other treatment strategies that may help a person stay independent for a while longer and relieve some of the symptoms of the disease. The...
When people die without a will in Houston or Harris County, then heirs typically have to go through the probate process before an estate can be settled. The absence of a will can make the entire process more difficult and lengthy. One way that the probate process in...
If you are a veteran, you might have rights to burial benefits. Those benefits can help reduce the cost of funeral and burial arrangements for your family, and you'll want to know about them so you can include them in any estate or funeral planning you do.The benefits...
Medicaid is health insurance for someone who simply can't afford it any other way, right? While Medicaid does provide health care coverage for individuals who meet certain financial guidelines, this definition is an oversimplification and a misunderstanding of...
One way many families provide enjoyable end-of-life years for loved ones is by providing in-family care giving. This means that when someone reaches an age and physical capability level where they are no longer able to take care of themselves, family members might...
One of the biggest misconceptions about Medicaid is that it is only available to poor people. That is simply not true. Congress has changed Medicaid so that the program now benefits the middle class as well.Many people are surprised to learn that they qualify for...
While we talk a lot about things such as wills and trusts when discussing estate planning, your estate plans should be relevant to your entire life. How do you plan to live in later years, and how will you finance your lifestyle? What are your preferences for health...
Planning for retirement is often equal parts stress and excitement. Where will you travel? Will you have time to visit with children and grandkids? Finally, you might have time to enjoy your favorite hobbies and activities without worrying about work or other...
Once you have taken the step to create an estate plan, you should realize that you aren't done with the estate planning process. You will have to go through your estate plan periodically to ensure that your plan is up-to-date. In fact, you will also have to make sure...
One of the most difficult things to predict about your retirement years might be the most critical: Will you need long-term care, and how long might you need it for? The answers to these questions can help you plan financially for estate matters and end-of-life care,...