On June 7, 2021, the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) granted accelerated approval for Aduhelm, a drug that can be used to treat Alzheimer’s disease. This drug is a monthly infusion meant to reduce amyloid protein clumps in…
Author: Emily Martin, Esq.
Do Medicaid recipients need to “spend down” their stimulus money?
In March 2020, the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act authorized stimulus checks of up to $1,200 to most Americans, including Medicaid recipients. In December 2020, checks of up to $600 were issued, followed by another $1,400, in…
Relief for Seniors in the $1.9 Trillion COVID Relief Bill
President Biden has signed the latest COVID-19 relief bill, which in addition to authorizing stimulus checks, is designed to provide assistance to seniors in a number of ways. The following are the provisions that most directly affect older Americans: Relief checks.…
Should I Purchase Long-Term Care Insurance?
As our population ages, the cost of long-term care continues to increase as well. Many people worry that their savings and assets will not be enough to cover the cost of care should they require long-term care in the future.…
New Year…New Will?
Many people make New Year’s resolutions. If one of your resolutions was to make sure your affairs and finances are in order, then you are going to need to review your estate plan – or create one if you do…
Duties and Responsibilities of a Representative Payee
Does My Loved One Need a Representative Payee? If you have a friend or family member who receives Social Security benefits but no longer has the capacity to manage these benefits, you may be wondering how you can help them.…
How to Approach the Medicaid Process
For many people, Medicaid is an important benefit that enriches their lives and allows them to receive much-needed care. Known as Medical Assistance in some states, Medicaid is a comprehensive health care program that helps give financial assistance to people…
Lessons from Celebrities: The Tragic Case of Casey Kasem
On Father’s Day 2014, legendary radio host Casey Kasem passed away at the age of 82 after a long battle with a progressive brain disorder called Lewy body dementia. This disease causes confusion, memory loss, hallucinations, and problems with movement.…
The Continuum of Care
As people age, there are several types of care that they may need in order to allow them to maintain the highest quality of life possible. Depending on which type of care you or a loved one may need, there…
