Can I Rely on Medicare to Pay for the High Costs of My Long-Term Care? (National Long-Term Care Awareness Month)

As you age, are you concerned about how you will care for yourself if you become incapacitated or disabled or just unable to care for yourself? Do you have any long-term care plans in place? Will you rely on Medicare to pay for the high cost of your long-term care? Figuring out healthcare costs in senior years is no small task. And, in fact, as the population ages, there are an increasing number of individuals requiring long-term care services....
Key Ways to Identify the Right Level of Florida Long-Term Care (National Long-Term Care Awareness Month) 

Key Ways to Identify the Right Level of Florida Long-Term Care (National Long-Term Care Awareness Month) 

Do you have an aging loved one who has always lived alone, stayed healthy and been involved with friends and family? Does your loved one seem to be more frail or forgetful or distant? As your loved one ages even more are you concerned about their being alone in their home?  Do you know the signs that your loved one may benefit from a memory care facility or some other type of long-term care?  Equally important is being sure that their...
Creating an Estate Plan When You Have Been Diagnosed with Breast Cancer

Creating an Estate Plan When You Have Been Diagnosed with Breast Cancer

Have you recently been diagnosed with breast cancer? We know that a breast cancer diagnosis can be a life-altering event that affects your physical and emotional well-being. In addition, it can also necessitate careful consideration of your financial and legal affairs. Florida estate planning is a crucial aspect of preparing for the uncertainties that may arise during and after a breast cancer diagnosis. We know you may have questions during...
Ways You Can Support Florida Elders During Medicare Open Enrollment

Ways You Can Support Florida Elders During Medicare Open Enrollment

Are you anticipating your first year to be involved in Medicare’s Annual Open Enrollment Period? You probably already know that Medicare open enrollment begins every year on October 15th. But, did you know that during this time Medicare health and drug plans make changes to costs, coverage, providers, and pharmacies in their networks? Every year during this open enrollment period you should take the time to review your health plan for any...
3 Reasons Why Your Retirement Accounts Should Not Go To Probate

3 Reasons Why Your Retirement Accounts Should Not Go To Probate

Did you know that when you begin to create your Florida estate plan, the first step is to think about what you own and who should inherit it at the time of your passing? Now we know that most of us do not want to focus on the need for Florida estate planning, but it is critical to ensure that our goals for our legacy can be reached. From your spouse and your children to your business and the causes you care about, your Florida estate plan can...