5 Things Seniors Need to Know About Medical Alert Systems
Did you know that August is National MedicAlert Awareness Month? In observance of how medical alert systems have helped countless seniors survive emergency health situations, we wanted to make sure you and your loved ones were informed about this particular safety...
Critical Hurricane Flooding Tips for Aging Parents and Their Loved Ones
Hurricanes are devastating storms that terrorize millions of Americans every year. Dangerous high-winds, flying debris, and torrential downpours lasting days are among their worst effects. Flooding, regardless of where you live, can always be a prolonged risk as well....
9 Ways to Discuss Florida Estate Planning with Your Aging Parents
Whether or not your aging parents live close to you or in another state, such as Florida, there is never a wrong time to discuss their estate planning. Unfortunately, studies continue to show us that less than fifty percent of all Americans have estate planning in...
Tips You Need When It Comes to Ancillary Probate
When it comes to estate planning, many of us have heard about the basics: a last will and testament, trust agreements, and probate proceedings. While many people create their estate plan with the intention to avoid probate proceedings, did you know that there is a...
9 Tips for Seniors to Protect Themselves Against Elder Abuse
Every June 15th, is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day. This is an opportunity for all of us to learn about the mistreatment of Older Americans together with ways to prevent it. Unfortunately, research tells us elder abuse continues to be on the rise across the nation....
Tips on Caring For The Veterans You Love This Memorial Day
How are you planning to spend the Memorial Day holiday this year? Memorial Day is on May 27th and as the holiday fast approaches, you may be wondering how to best recognize the veterans you love. In reality, there is no one best way to show your appreciation, but...
Celebrate Florida Seniors During the Month of May and Help Raise Awareness About Senior Challenges
Every May is both National Elder Law Month and National Older Americans Month. As a firm, we are committed to working with our Florida seniors and their families to ensure that they have a way to find good long-term care, should the need arise, and be able to afford...
The VA Benefits Available to Florida Seniors to Help Them With Long-Term Care
As we look to care for our parents and grandparents as they age in Florida, we need to think about their current and potential long-term care needs. How will they be able to find good care should they need it? Where should they look for help? What is available in our...
A Durable Power of Attorney Can Help Protect Florida Seniors With Dementia from Elder Abuse
Every year millions of adults over age sixty experience some type of abuse. According to the National Council on Aging, elder abuse “includes physical abuse, emotional abuse, sexual abuse, exploitation, neglect, and abandonment. Perpetrators include children, other...
National Nutrition Month Tips For Seniors
This March, we are celebrating National Nutrition Month. We all know how important a balanced diet and frequent exercise are to maintain a healthy lifestyle, but did you know that certain foods and exercise have even more benefits for aging adults? As we age, our...