May is National Elder Law Month and there are plenty of reasons to celebrate. Since 1963, the month of May has been devoted to seniors and their unique needs thanks to an official presidential proclamation. Elder law attorneys have embraced the annual tradition and are dedicated to helping seniors better understand their rights, concerns… Read more »
For the most part, women do not think twice about putting everyone else first. So once a year, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Office on Women’s Health coordinates a weeklong effort to shift that focus. This year, National Women’s Health Week will be celebrated May 10th – 16th, and throughout the month… Read more »
Did you know according to a recent survey, fewer people are creating estate plans now than in the past? Furthermore, Older Americans are now less inclined to create estate plans than in the past. Specifically, the survey found 60 percent of participants aged 55 and older had estate planning documents in 2019. In contrast,… Read more »
We know that you and the Florida seniors you love may have concerns right now. We also know that uncertain times can put all of us on edge. Often, even when we are inundated with information, the right knowledge from a trusted source can put our minds at ease. We can no longer ignore… Read more »
Did you know Multiple Sclerosis impacts hundreds of thousands of people in the United States, as well as those who love and care for them? There is currently no known cure and most people living with the disease had no prior recognizable risk factors. To help those impacted, advocacy groups and concerned organizations and individuals… Read more »
The beginning of a new year is always a good time to update an estate plan, and recent major changes to “tax advantaged” retirement accounts make revising, or creating, an estate plan all the more important at the outset of 2020. If you have a 401(k), an IRA, or other tax deferred retirement account,… Read more »
Did you know February is American Heart Month and Cancer Prevention Month? Every year, health care professionals, advocacy organizations, and the legal community join countless individuals and families across the country to raise awareness about heart disease and cancer, and facilitate needed support. For good reason too. Heart disease is the leading cause of death… Read more »
Do you know how the COLA will impact your retirement plans? First and foremost, do you know what a COLA is? The Social Security Administration uses COLA as shorthand for “Cost of Living Adjustment.” A COLA is the mechanism that the Social Security Administration uses to decide if it should raise the amounts paid to… Read more »
Driving is an important mode of transportation that seniors use to meet their basic needs, such as grocery shopping and health care appointments. It is also a source of independence for Florida seniors as they age. Unfortunately, when driving is taken away, this can lead to isolation, depression, and compounding health problems. The good news,… Read more »
If you are like many grandparents, you may enjoy giving your grandchildren money at the holiday season. After all, what do you give your grandchildren now that they truly need? Whether it is a small gift card to a store they like or helping them pay for college tuition, there is no question that whatever… Read more »
