Practical articles on Medicaid, estate planning, elder care, and the legal questions families in Chester County face every day.
Millions of Americans qualify for both Medicare and Medicaid. For these “dual eligibles,” managing two separate health care programs can be confusing. A Dual Eligible Special Needs Plan (D-SNP) is a type of Medicare Advantage plan designed for people who have both Medicare and Medicaid. D-SNPs were created to help make coverage
Even if you have a long-term care insurance policy, you may likely be hoping that you won’t ever have reason to use it. Regardless of
More than 65 million seniors across the country benefit from Medicare, a government health insurance program. When Does Medicare Start? At age 65, you become
Malnutrition, which happens when the body does not get the nutrients it needs, is a major concern for seniors. Life-threatening malnutrition disproportionately affects those 85 and
Despite the considerable level of stress that can come with serving as a unpaid caregiver, a new study now suggests that taking care of
The Lifeline Program is a federal program that works to lower the cost of phone and internet services for low-income American households. The Lifeline Program
According to a recent study published by Alignment Health, there are three major issues that affect quality of life for older Americans: securing reliable transportation,
A part of long-term care planning can include finding the right nursing home facility for yourself or your loved one. When you are searching for
Housing options and the associated costs are among the top priorities for many seniors. Today, the housing market is unpredictable, while many seniors currently living
The National Council on Aging reports that more than 16.5 million adults 65 and older experience economic insecurity, with incomes below 200 percent of the federal poverty
You may be in need of a medical procedure, such an MRI, or are due to refill a certain prescription medication. And yet you may
The Social Security Administration (SSA) website hosts a wealth of online tools that offer you convenient access to benefits information. To make the most of
According to the National Institutes of Health (NIH), hearing loss affects one-third of older adults. As difficulty hearing can lead to communication challenges and social withdrawal, it
According to AARP, people aged 60 and older owe upwards of $290 billion in student loan debt. Thankfully, many federal student loan borrowers have experienced payment reprieves
More Americans are living longer, with the number of people older than 65 projected to increase to more than 80 million by 2040. As this population reaches
Some Medicare Advantage beneficiaries receive Medicare flex cards, pre-paid debit cards for qualifying expenses, as part of their benefits. The U.S. government does not issue
Health Affairs estimates that 4 million older adults can only leave their homes with assistance, making accessing care challenging. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports
Pharmaceutical companies Pfizer and GlaxoSmithKline (GSK) have each developed a vaccine to protect older adults from a virus known as RSV. People over 60 are
Help for Seniors The No Surprises Act is a federal law enacted to protect patients from unexpected medical bills incurred on or after January 1,
Memory care is specialized care for patients living with Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, or other conditions that cause memory loss. Hospitals and nursing homes may have memory
Physical therapy helps elders recover from injuries and illnesses, manage chronic conditions, and prevent future injuries. It can be an essential component of health care
