Whether you are hiring a new caregiver or are moving into a senior housing facility, you will most likely be presented with a contract to sign. There are a few things you need to be aware of before signing on the dotted line. Join us as we discuss problematic contract clauses you may encounter, how…
Plan A usually includes spending our last dollars and dying peacefully in our sleep. But Plan A rarely happens. Plan B might include getting care in your home, moving to a nursing home, or anything in between. Join the discussion to learn how to develop your own Plan B and maximize your goals. Click on…
Long-term care in a skilled nursing facility is very expensive and most people are not able to sustain the cost for very long. An alternative for many people is to apply for Medicaid and receive assistance from the State and Federal Government. Please join us as we discuss Medicaid's eligibility and application process. Click on…
Join us as we discuss the different types of guardianship and the responsibilities that go along with each one. We will talk about the basic requirements to becoming a guardian, as well as the goals, authority, rights of the respondent and alternatives to guardianship. Choosing a guardianship is costly, but it is the right choice…
Join us for this informative discussion to learn how special needs planning strategies can maximize quality of life for a disabled person and also protect them from exploitation. You will leave with a better understanding of special needs trusts and public benefits available for the disabled. Click on the link below to register.
The holidays can be a time of stress for any family. But when you add in a loved one with dementia, these times can be even more intense. The lights, music, and hustle of the season can be overwhelming for a person with dementia when we want to include them in celebrations. Join us for…
Caregiving may be one of the hardest roles you will face in your lifetime. It’s not easy, and most are never prepared for it. Being a caregiver for a loved one takes a lot of time, effort and work, and can be physically and emotionally draining. Join us in this discussion as we share tools…
Living through a family medical emergency can be frightening. Taking care of a few proactive steps now can ease your mind and help you to Protect What Matters. Make sure to join us and explore a few critical legal planning steps to consider during a families' crisis. Click on the link below to register.
The 2024 Estate Planning Laws will affect most Americans. This is all pretty confusing, and it can be complicated to figure out how it applies to your individual situation. Join us to learn what these changes may mean for your estate plan as well as your trustees and beneficiaries. Click on the link below to…
Everyone should have an estate plan, including at least a will, a living will/health care proxy, and probably a durable power of attorney. Most people would agree that this basic planning is needed, and yet many people don’t. Join us as we learn about the nine common estate planning mistakes people make and suggestions for…
The new Illinois Trust Code, which became effective on January 1st, 2020, impacts how trusts are administered in Illinois. Join us for an overview of what these changes may mean for your estate plan as well as your trustees and beneficiaries. Click on the link below to register.
If you're concerned about how to protect your assets from nursing home costs, you're at an advantage if you can plan at least five years out. But there are other things you can do if a nursing home is in your immediate future, too. Get a better understanding of long-term care needs and costs, and…