Articles Posted in Elder Law

We have written at length on the importance of Medicaid when looking for affordable healthcare coverage in the Garden State. One key component of determining Medicaid eligibility is income. However, depending on the program you are applying for, there are different Medicaid income levels and different methods of calculating income. Typically, income requirements are defined…

When it comes to long-term care services, Medicaid is a crucial resource for many New Jersey residents. This is especially true considering the high cost of long-term care in the Garden State. As you may already know, Medicaid is a federal and state-funded program that provides assistance to low-income individuals and families who need help…

As you get older, the need for affordable medical care becomes increasingly important. The same is true if you are blind or live with a disability. Luckily, New Jersey has you covered through a program called NJ FamilyCare Aged, Blind, and Disabled, also known as ABD Medicaid. This article will introduce you to the NJ…

Individuals living with disabilities are an essential part of New Jersey’s workforce. New Jersey’s WorkAbility program helps disabled workers, who would otherwise be ineligible for Medicaid, gain access to full Medicaid coverage. This article will walk you through the basics of New Jersey’s WorkAbility program, how to qualify, and how a New Jersey Medicaid attorney…

Healthcare is a necessity for everybody. However, as the cost of living rises in New Jersey, many residents of the Garden State worry about being able to afford essential healthcare services for themselves and their families. Luckily, New Jersey offers a variety of Medicaid services, making affordable medical care available to its citizens. This guide…

Medicaid is a government health insurance program that helps low income families afford a wide range of medical services. Medicaid is jointly administered by the federal government and individual states.  Medicaid programs and eligibility can vary from state to state. NJ FamilyCare administers New Jersey’s Medicaid program. Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, the federal government forbade…

Guardianship is a powerful legal tool for helping adults who are unable manage their affairs due to age, illness, or disability.

With the cost of long-term care rising across the country, many adult children of elderly parents are rightfully worried about being held responsible for their parent’s long-term care costs. But is this something you really should be concerned about? In general, it is unlikely that you will be held responsible for your parents’ care. But,…

As experienced estate planning attorneys, we cannot overstress the importance of advance medical directives. These comprehensive legal documents protect your healthcare wishes when you are unable to express them yourself. In this article, we will provide a brief overview of advance medical directives, and explain the consequences of failing to have such safeguards in place.…

When faced with the necessity of long term care, many Americans find themselves in a dire financial situation. This is because long term care costs in this country are extremely high. Adult day health care services are on the low end, with median monthly costs at $1,950 in New Jersey and $1,907 in New York.…