How To Deal With Senior Care Problems
It’s unfortunate that even after searching from and finding senior care in Arizona, there can still be problems. There are a variety of problems that can come up from time to time from senior care communities. Dealing with these problems properly can prevent further issues.
Talking to Reluctant Parents About Senior Care
Talking to our parents about the fact that they might need more help is a difficult conversation to have. No one wants to face the day that they have to tell their loved one that they might not be able to live alone. Still, it’s important to push yourself to talk to your parents in order to preserve their health.
Finding a Reliable Caregiver in the Phoenix Area
Seniors searching for in home care from a caregiver should follow these simple steps to avoid having any problems. Having a reliable caregiver in the Phoenix area can be a great help, but just make sure that you go through the process the right way.
Why You May Need a Legal Document Preparer
Many people assume elder law attorneys are the only option when it comes time to create legal documents or begin planning their estate. There is a less costly choice, however, in the form of a legal document preparer.
Arizona Probate Law: All You Need to Know
As Baby Boomers age, it is expected that the population of older Americans will increase dramatically in the next twenty years. With age comes less independence and for many people, a need for either in-home care or an assisted living facility. Perhaps you are the child of an older adult who is beginning to lose their ability to remain independent.
What is a Quitclaim Deed?
A quitclaim deed is a legal way to transfer interest in real estate property. It is often used to quickly transfer property ownership from one individual to another. The original owner of the property “quits” their ownership of the property in question, leaving the recipient in control of the property. With most major property transfers,…
Arizona Inheritance Law: Comprehensive Overview
What you need to know about Arizona inheritance laws, including the laws that govern the rights of surviving spouses, children, and parents.
Personal Representative (Executor) in Arizona: Duties & Application
What Is a Personal Representative? A personal representative, also known as an executor, is a person who is responsible for managing the estate of a deceased person. The personal representative is responsible for carrying out the instructions set forth in the deceased person’s will, and for ensuring that the estate is properly administered according to…
In-home Care vs. Assisted Living
As Baby Boomers age, it is expected that the population of older Americans will increase dramatically in the next twenty years. With age comes less independence and for many people, a need for either in-home care or an assisted living facility. Perhaps you are the child of an older adult who is beginning to lose their ability to remain independent.
Miller Trust Arizona
Miller Trusts, or income only trusts are sometimes a good option for Arizona seniors that need help qualifying for the ALTCS program. Miller trusts fall under the category of supplemental needs trust, and are designed to protect the assets of a disabled person while they are making use of state benefits for their care.
Speeding up the ALTCS Application
The ALTCS (Arizona Long Term Care) application can be very frustrating both in complexity and the amount of time it takes for the application to be either approved or denied. Speeding up the ALTCS application is a common question we get. Additionally, clients ask us what they can do while they wait for their application to go through. There are many things that can be done and finding pending placement is an option.
ALTCS in Tucson Arizona
If you or a loved one lives in Tucson and needs long term care, you may consider applying for the ALTCS program if you will have difficulty paying for that care. ALTCS is the state of Arizona’s medicaid program, and it will pay for your long term care needs if your loved one qualifies medically and financially.
What is ALTCS?
What is ALTCS? It stands for the Arizona Long Term Care System. ALTCS (pronounced ALTECS) for short, is the equivalent of Medicaid Long Term Care in the state of Arizona
How to Apply for ALTCS
How do I apply for ALTCS? We get this question a lot, but first, let’s discuss what ALTCS is. The Arizona Long Term Care System, or the acronym, ALTCS (pronounced ALTECS) for short, is the long term Medicaid program in the state of Arizona. Arizona Long Term Care provides health care and related services for individuals who are disabled and meet age and income requirements.
Do I Need a Lawyer for Guardianship?
What is Guardianship? Guardianship is a legal process used when a person is not competent to make decisions on their own. There are many situations in which a court-appointed guardian may be needed. Whether you have an adult child that is unable to make their own decisions, an elderly parent with dementia, or need to…