In today’s day and age, we have a world of knowledge at our finger tips. Smartphones have allowed various industries to expand beyond what anyone could have ever imagined, and Medicare is no different. According to research, 79% of Americans between the ages of 50 and 64 as well as 53% of Americans over the […]
Why you may be liable for your Parent’s or Adult Child’s care costs
Here is a quick multiple-choice test for you. Who is ultimately responsible to pay for the care needed by an adult who has no way to pay for the care they need? A) The Government (e.g. Medicaid, Medicare, Social Security Disability) B) The company providing the care C) The spouse, parents and/or children of the […]
Elder Abuse in and outside of Hollywood
Elder abuse is defined as intentional acts that result in harm or risk of harm to an elderly person by someone they trust, such as a caregiver. The abuse can involve acts committed by the abuser or intentional omissions, such as neglect. Individuals across all socio-economic classes, races, and ethnicities can be victims. The abuse […]
Three from Marshall, Parker and Weber are Named Pennsylvania Super Lawyers
Three Marshall, Parker and Weber (MPW) lawyers have been designated as Super Lawyers in the field of elder law for 2019. Tammy Weber, Matthew Parker, and Jeffrey Marshall were all named to the 2019 Super Lawyers list by the Pennsylvania Super Lawyers organization. They were 3 of only 16 Pennsylvania lawyers to attain this rating […]
THE ROLE STUDENT LOAN DEBT PLAYS IN YOUR ESTATE PLAN
Unfortunately, as the cost of higher education rises, the number of individuals with student load debt is increasing exponentially. As these debts increase, many individuals are forced to factor them in to their estate plan. According to the Consumer Finance Protection Bureau, between 2012 and 2017, the number of individuals, over the age of 60, […]
Guides to Managing Someone Else’s Money
At various times during my life I have had the responsibility of helping an aging relative pay their bills and handle their investments. I have been authorized to perform this financial caregiving either as a trustee or as an agent acting under a power of attorney. I can testify from personal experience that helping another […]
New “Adult Day Services” Facility
Caring for a loved one who has Alzheimer’s, another form of dementia, or a similar diagnosis is a taxing experience. Often, relieving a caregiver for just a short amount of time can make a huge difference in their physical and mental well-being. A new facility in Muncy, Liberty Manor, is providing Adult Day Services for […]
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