by Florida Elder Law & Legacy Planning | Apr 15, 2026 | Elder Law, Estate Planning, Wills and Trusts
Writing a will might be something that crossed your desk seemingly ages ago. You may have created a comprehensive plan for your assets, documented your medical wishes in a health care surrogate designation and living will, or appointed a durable power of attorney to...
by Florida Elder Law & Legacy Planning | Apr 15, 2026 | Elder Law, Estate Planning, Long Term Care Planning
Caregiving is far more widespread than most people realize. Roughly 63 million Americans serve in unpaid caregiving roles, a number that has grown by nearly 50% since 2015. In Florida, one of the oldest states by population, families feel these pressures acutely, and...
by Florida Elder Law & Legacy Planning | Mar 24, 2026 | Elder Law, Estate Planning, Long Term Care Planning
Families often think that getting Medicaid is as simple as filling out an application. In reality, Medicaid qualification is a complex process that requires legal planning, financial strategy, and careful navigation of regulatory requirements. If you are pursuing...
by Florida Elder Law & Legacy Planning | Feb 11, 2026 | Elder Law, Estate Planning
February is a reminder that love is the most valuable thing in our lives. Our loved ones keep us grounded, supported, and connected through both the good times and the hard ones. A natural question follows: how do we continue to care for them when we are no longer...
by Florida Elder Law & Legacy Planning | Sep 26, 2025 | Dementia & Alzheimer's, Elder Law, Long Term Care Planning, Special Needs Planning
As our loved one’s age, the risk of Alzheimer’s disease becomes an overwhelming reality. Unfortunately, this risk is even greater for our loved ones with Down Syndrome. Alzheimer’s disease is diagnosed earlier and more frequently in the Down Syndrome community than in...
by Florida Elder Law & Legacy Planning | Aug 19, 2025 | Elder Law, Long Term Care Planning
Did you know the annual cost for nursing home care in Florida ranges from $80,000 to over $100,000? With an estimated 70% of Americans over the age of 65 requiring long term care at some point in their lives, it’s important to plan for this costly expense. Long term...
