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What You Need to Know about a Power of Attorney

There may come a time when you or someone you love will need assistance in making important life decisions relating to finances, medical, and real estate. A Power of Attorney (POA) may be necessary to help you or a loved one who would otherwise be incapable of caring for themselves and making such decisions.

Legal Guardianship in New York

When someone can no longer look after their personal or financial affairs, they will need a legal guardian. They will require someone to look after their needs since they cannot do this for themselves, and could otherwise suffer harm. The person in need of such guardianship can be a child or an adult who is legally considered to be incapacitated, unable to care for themselves, or “intellectually or developmentally disabled.”

A Legal Guardianship Brief Review

The need for guardianship occurs when a person, for various reasons, cannot take care of their own personal or financial needs. Such an individual can be a minor or an adult and is considered to be at risk. In these cases, the court will appoint someone, a legal guardian, to make decisions for the person in need.

Guide to Caregivers and Their Role

Caregivers have many faces and represent a wide variety of individuals who provide assistance to adult loved ones, neighbors, even friends who are disabled or need help with health issues. Family members and caregivers are often one and the same.

What is a pooled trust, and do I really need one?

As individuals begin to age, concerns over health and long-term care may start to take front and center. Many times, our loved ones are a constant reminder that we need to think about our own future healthcare needs.

Applying for Medicaid in New York State

New York State Medicaid is a program available to eligible, low-income New York State residents who require additional help paying for their medical expenses.

What is Community Medicaid in New York State?

There are two types of New York Medicaid programs that are available to State residents who require additional medical and non-medical care.

How does Medicaid Estate Recovery in New York Affect You?

In short, if you receive Medicaid long term care benefits from the State of New York, they can claim your property after death.

Can a Homeowner Qualify for Medicaid in New York State?

Many New York residents may not know if they are eligible for New York Medicaid if they own their own homes.

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