Podcasts about health care proxy

Fr. Daniel Alloy, FSSP has served as Parochial Vicar at Regina Caeli Parish in Houston, Texas since July of 2022. He was ordained in June of 2020.     In Today's Show  How come the Orthodox Church celebrated Easter on May 5th and we celebrated Easter on March 31st? Will more recent/future Saints ever be added to the traditional calendar? Other than Holy Week, are there any other main differences between an older missal, for example St Andrew's Daily Missal, and an Angelus Press 1962 Missal? I have a friend who's confused about how and why God built the church upon Peter. How could it be possible to build an entire church upon one person? And what does the name "The Rock" really mean in all of this? Why do all the scriptures say that Jesus was crucified, died, buried and rose again on the 3rd day? Yet the time between Good Friday at 3pm and Easter Sunday sometime before sunrise isn't close to 3 days. Day 1 would be Saturday at 3pm, Day 2 would be Sunday at 3pm, and the third day would be some time Monday before 3pm. I confessed a sin that I still feel very guilty about, partially because I was never honest with the person whom that sin would have affected had they known what I did. Can you tell me, because I confessed the sin, does that mean God will forgive me and I will end up in heaven? Should priests be bearded? My husband and I are in the process of creating a Health Care Proxy. The attorney sent us a standard form, which basically says 'no to all measures', but we can make changes before it is finalized. What of these options, if any, go against Catholic teaching? I'm thinking possibly the ones about not giving food or water, but we want to do the right thing: No Cardiac Resuscitation, No Mechanical Respiration, No Artificial Feedings, No Artificial Hydration, No Antibiotics. It seems that those who are unable to physically receive Holy Communion are usually told to make an act of Spiritual Communion instead. However, I have seen an old 19th century Irish prayer manual state that one must first be properly disposed to make a spiritual communion, and must therefore be in a state of grace. Is this true? If so, what should a person do who is in a state of mortal sin and also thus impeded from making at least a spiritual act of communion? If one blasphemes against the Holy Spirit, does that person become totally possessed and evil in his daily actions?   If you love Ask A Priest Live, now is the time to let us know by making your generous donation of any size today! As a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, The Station of the Cross is 98% listener-funded and we need YOUR help and financial support to continue bringing you top notch Catholic shows like this one! To make your pledge today:   - Call 1-877-711-8500 - Visit thestationofthecross.com - Use the donation page in your free iCatholicRadio app   Visit the show page at thestationofthecross.com/askapriest to listen live, check out the weekly lineup, listen to podcasts of past episodes, watch live video, find show resources, and sign up for our mailing list of upcoming shows!

Maybe Valentine's Day (or the day after) is as good a day as any to designate your health care proxy, or at least have a conversation with whom you'd want to advocate for you should you become unresponsive, or for whatever reason unable to communicate. Learn about the Durable Power of Attorney for Healthcare: listen in. Listen and read my blog: https://whilewerestillhere.com Reach me at kathy@whilewerestillhere.comStarting with Episode 56, the episode music was added. It was composed, produced and provided by Kyle Bray specifically for this show. Reach out to me if you want the score. The logo artwork was provided by Maddie's Plush Pouch - maddelinesplushpouch@gmail.com

On today's episode, Matt talks with Stephen DiGregorio, the founder and owner of "Protecting your Assets LLC," a legal firm focused on Estate Planning.  Matt and Steve talk about what it means to have an estate plan, and they take on some misconceptions people frequently have.  What is a Health Care Proxy or a Springing Power of Attorney? Whether you have $50 in the bank or $10 million in assets, knowing some of the basics of estate planning is vital to protecting you and your loved ones.

Let's dig in and talk about the really tough topics. We've learned about thanatology, conversation, why to have one, and how to be a good listener. But what is it we're supposed to talk about?  Unless we address our own dying and death and how we would like our end of life to be, how can we talk about it with those folks who may be speaking for us some day? Facing each day knowing we will die actually makes living more fulfilling. Come on in and see where 2024 takes us. Listen and read my blog: https://whilewerestillhere.com Reach me at kathy@whilewerestillhere.comStarting with Episode 56, the episode music was added. It was composed, produced and provided by Kyle Bray specifically for this show. Reach out to me if you want the score. The logo artwork was provided by Maddie's Plush Pouch - maddelinesplushpouch@gmail.com

In this episode, we unravel the complex tapestry of estate planning. We're dishing out crucial insights on why settling for a basic will could leave your legacy in a lurch. Our conversation takes you through the perils and pitfalls of oversimplified wills, underscoring the need for a well-drafted document that goes beyond the bare minimum to safeguard your assets against life's unforeseen twists and turns.Join us as we delve into the fine art of constructing a will that communicates with crystal clarity, avoiding common blunders like the overuse of trusts or choosing an incompatible executor. The essence of this episode lies in the stitching together of your family dynamics with the fabric of your fiscal assets. We dissect scenarios that demonstrate how a nuanced will can effectively steer your inexperienced heirs toward financial stability and success while simultaneously preventing familial feuds.It's all about crafting a legacy that alleviates the burden on your loved ones, rather than entangling them in a web of taxes and complications. Stay tuned for the next climactic installment – our 100th-episode celebration – and equip yourself with the knowledge to navigate the intricacies of leaving a legacy that truly reflects your life's journey.Win some Ditch the Suits swag on us! This is episode 99, ONE AWAY FROM 100!! To celebrate this achievement, we want to give away some goodies. There will be a drawing with three ways to enter:1. Like our NQR Media page on Facebook and share a recent DTS episode with your network. Visit https://www.facebook.com/nqrmedia2. Like our NQR Media page on Instagram and comment on a recent DTS episode. Visit https://www.instagram.com/nqrmedia/3. If you are an Apple listeners, leave us a 5-star rating and review. You can visit https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ditch-the-suits-start-getting-more-from-your-money-life/id1551210529Once completed, send us an email at ditchthesuits@gmail.com and let us know your name and what've you done so we can track the entries and enter you in to win!Three chances to enter! ______________________________________________________________Looking for additional content that can help you get the most from your life? Check out Unleashing Leadership with Travis Maus, premium bonus content from Ditch the Suits Fans, at https://unleashingleadership.buzzsprout.com/Thanks to our sponsor, S.E.E.D. Planning Group! S.E.E.D. is a fee-only financial planning firm with a fiduciary obligation to put your best interest first. Schedule your free discovery meeting at www.seedpg.comDitch the Suits is produced by NQR Media. NQR also produces the One Big Thing Podcast with Steve Campbell. You can watch all episodes, as well as other great content produced by NQR Media through their YouTube channel at https://youtube.com/@NQRMedia

Are your beneficiary designations in line with your legacy goals? Find out why a simple name on a form isn't enough as we navigate the complexities of estate planning and the importance of a well-thought-out will. Our latest Ditch the Suits podcast episode is your wake-up call at the start of the year to examine the fine print of your financial future, ensuring that your assets transfer seamlessly and your wishes are respected.We broach the sensitive topic of life's impermanence and how it affects your estate planning.  We share insights on crafting a will that acts as a clear guide, simplifying the process for your loved ones during a time of loss. It's not just about listing down assets; it's about understanding the nuances of the inheritance, particularly when it comes to things like special needs beneficiaries. Our discussion spotlights the perils of overlooking the impactful role of beneficiary designations, and ways to shield your family from unnecessary stress and taxation.This episode isn't just a checklist; it's a strategic roadmap to aligning your financial and estate plans. We emphasize the need for regular updates to estate documents, especially considering recent societal changes. We also share real-life examples that illustrate the consequences of mismatched beneficiary designations and wills. Win some Ditch the Suits swag on us! This is episode 98, two away from 100. To celebrate this achievement, we want to give away some goodies. There will be a drawing with three ways to enter:1. Like our NQR Media page on Facebook and share a recent DTS episode with your network. Visit https://www.facebook.com/nqrmedia2. Like our NQR Media page on Instagram and comment on a recent DTS episode. Visit https://www.instagram.com/nqrmedia/3. If you are an Apple listeners, leave us a 5-star rating and review. You can visit https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ditch-the-suits-start-getting-more-from-your-money-life/id1551210529Once completed, send us an email at ditchthesuits@gmail.com and let us know your name and what've you done so we can track the entries and enter you in to win!Three chances to enter! ______________________________________________________________Looking for additional content that can help you get the most from your life? Check out Unleashing Leadership with Travis Maus, premium bonus content from Ditch the Suits Fans, at https://unleashingleadership.buzzsprout.com/Thanks to our sponsor, S.E.E.D. Planning Group! S.E.E.D. is a fee-only financial planning firm with a fiduciary obligation to put your best interest first. Schedule your free discovery meeting at www.seedpg.comDitch the Suits is produced by NQR Media. NQR also produces the One Big Thing Podcast with Steve Campbell. You can watch all episodes, as well as other great content produced by NQR Media through their YouTube channel at https://youtube.com/@NQRMedia

Rabbi Yona Reiss, Av Beth Din of the cRc with a comprehensive overview of the laws of Halachic Wills, Inheritance, and Health Care Proxy. As well as Tamara Kushnir Groman JD, from CJE Senior Life, with practical legal counsel and personal advice on how to talk with family about end of life care and decision making

As children turn 18 and become legal adults, it's important for parents to be aware that they no longer have legal authority over their child's finances, healthcare, or personal decisions. This means that parents should encourage their children to create certain estate planning documents to ensure their wishes are carried out in the event of incapacity or death. In this episode, Liz Derrick, Senior Vice President of Partnership Development with LPL Financial, shares her personal story about needing to go to court during her daughter's health crisis. It's important for adult children to work with an estate planning attorney to create a Health Care Proxy and Durable Power of Attorney.  With these documents in place, parents can have peace of mind knowing that their child's wishes will be carried out in the event of incapacity or death.Resources:Connect with Liz Derrick on LinkedIn. Read Molly Nagelli's Story HERE. Sign up for the Detroit "Go Red" for Women Event. Learn more about Melissa Fradenburg, AIF ®, CDFA ® and Pearl Planning.Learn more about Women's Heart Health. Links are being provided for information purposes only. The information herein is general and educational in nature and should not be considered legal or tax advice. Tax laws and regulations are complex and subject to change, which can materially impact investment results. Pearl Planning cannot guarantee that the information herein is accurate, complete, or timely. Pearl Planning makes no warranties with regard to such information or results obtained by its use and disclaims any liability arising out of your use of, or any tax position taken in reliance on, such information. Consult an attorney or tax professional regarding your specific situation. Please note, changes in tax laws or regulations may occur at any time and could substantially impact your situation. Pearl Planning financial advisors do not render advice on tax matters. You should discuss any tax matters with the appropriate professional.

If you are currently providing care for a spouse, parent, or child with special needs or recognize you may be in this role eventually someday, listen to this episode to learn best practices for making an action plan. Step #1 - Make a list of who is willing, qualified, and able to help. These can be professionals, family members, neighbors, and friends. Consider how each person might be able to help the most. Step # 2 - Understand the ask, needs, and time commitmentBe careful not to assume all the responsibility and attempt to do everything or to put too much on any one person, or you (or they) are very likely to experience burnout. You might be able to get more people to help if you can choose the right people or service providers for the right tasksOutline, for each member of your Support Network, exactly what their time commitment and responsibilities will need to be and get their commitment To relieve the burden on yourself and your Support Network, hire service providers for busyworkHaving a Support Network is wonderful, but it can quickly fall apart without consistent, positive, and constructive communicationWhen stressed, it is natural to pull back or withdraw, focusing all energy on the issue on hand, or to divert all energy to other things, to ignore or avoid the issue completelyAs a key member of the Support Network, you should avoid this natural tendency to withdrawYour Support Network needs to be openly and constantly discussing issues, challenges, things that are going well, and things that might need to be reconsideredYour Support Network is your team, and they will perform at their best if they are not confused or frustrated and are encouraged to speak up, resulting in the highest likelihood of positive outcomesStep #3- Understand the necessary legal documents needed It's one thing to provide for your loved one's care, and it's another to be legally empowered with responsibility and authority. Often overlooked until it is too late, there are a handful of documents that can grant you legal authority to carry out your duties when you step into the role of caregiver or care coordinator. These are the Power of Attorney, Health Care Proxy and Living Will, and Special Authorization with Medicare. 

Here is Frank Bruno's daily dose of elder law. Elder Law attorneys help their clients facing incapacity, paying for long-term care, or settling an estate. Find us on the web! For more information visits my website at https://www.frankbrunolaw.com Schedule a free telephone consultation on our Website at https://frankbrunolaw.apptoto.com// Say Hi on Social: Visit my Instagram page at https://www.instagram.com/frankbrunoesq/?hl=en Visit my Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/LawOfficeofFrankBrunoJr/ Visit my Linkedin page at https://www.linkedin.com/in/frank-bruno-2aa14799/ Visit my Twitter page at https://twitter.com/_frankbrunolaw Website: https://www.frankbrunolaw.com What we do at our offices: Wills, Trusts, Estates, Powers of Attorney, Nursing Home Medicaid, Long Term Care Planning, Guardianship, Real Property transfers & Probate Frank Bruno, Jr. is an Elder Law and Special Needs lawyer with years of experience handling these types of cases. He is extremely active in the Queens, New York Community, the Queens County Bar Association, and New York State Bar Association and is frequently invited to speak at events about Elder Law. If you'd like to learn more about Elder Law, Medicaid planning, Guardianship, Special Needs Trusts, or Probate law contact the Law Office of Frank Bruno, Jr. today at 718-418-5000. Thank you for listening! Eldercare law is really an umbrella term encompassing multiple areas of law. Some elder care attorneys handle subjects that most people know something about, such as probate, guardianship, estate planning. Other eldercare lawyers focus their practice on other areas of law such as special needs planning, VA benefits planning, and Medicaid planning. So, what is Medicaid planning? Medicaid planning is a way to protect people's assets from the threat of long-term care expenses. Many clients are between 65 and 95, own their own homes, and have between $25,000 and $750,000 worth of assets in addition to the house. What many people don't realize is exactly how expensive long term care expenses can be – In 2020 the average costs of a skilled nursing facility, in New York is $14,250.00 per month. Someone can be solidly middle class or upper-middle class, have saved their whole life, and think that they'll have plenty of money for whatever happens only to suffer a stroke, major heart attack or get an Alzheimer's or Parkinson's diagnosis and need help with their activities of daily living. If they have this six-figure per year care expense, many people spend everything. Medicare does not pay skilled nursing home expenses after 100 days. An elder care attorney, who handles Medicaid planning, is able to legally and ethically protect people's assets to get them qualified for Medicaid. Medicaid, unlike Medicare, has excellent long-term care benefits. This helps them supplement their lifestyle with their own assets (to improve the quality of their life while alive) and make it more likely that they will have something to pass onto their heirs after they pass away. There are many myths and much misinformation surrounding long-term care Medicaid in New York. To learn more please visit... https://www.frankbrunolaw.com

Board Certified Patient Advocate & Founder of Gethealthhelp.com Caryn Isaacs talks about her amazing profession as a Patient Advocate (and how to become one!) and how her services make a phenomenal difference in people's lives! Caryn has represented businesses, labor, and community organizations for over 30 years and focuses on helping private clients with hard-to-diagnose and chronic health conditions plus guided hundreds of professionals to focus on the basics on the future of healthcare, and shares tips on picking the proper Power of Attorney, Health Care Proxy, getting your money back if embezzled or victim of fraud, and why being a Patient Advocate is the fastest growing profession! Check the amazing Caryn Isaacs on what she can do for you at www.gethealthhelp.comand www.carynisaacs.com today! #carynissacs #boardcertified #patientadvocate #gethealthhelp #healthcare #healthcareprofessionals #powerofattorney #healthcareproxy #hospital #amazon #audible #iheartradio #spreaker #spotify #applemusic #youtube #anchorfm #mikewagner #themikewagnershow #mikewagnercarynisaacs #themikewagnershowcarynisaacs --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/themikewagnershow/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/themikewagnershow/support

Board Certified Patient Advocate & Founder of Gethealthhelp.com Caryn Isaacs talks about her amazing profession as a Patient Advocate (and how to become one!) and how her services make a phenomenal difference in people's lives! Caryn has represented businesses, labor, and community organizations for over 30 years and focuses on helping private clients with hard-to-diagnose and chronic health conditions plus guided hundreds of professionals to focus on the basics on the future of healthcare, and shares tips on picking the proper Power of Attorney, Health Care Proxy, getting your money back if embezzled or victim of fraud, and why being a Patient Advocate is the fastest growing profession! Check the amazing Caryn Isaacs on what she can do for you at www.gethealthhelp.comand www.carynisaacs.com today! #carynissacs #boardcertified #patientadvocate #gethealthhelp #healthcare #healthcareprofessionals #powerofattorney #healthcareproxy #hospital #amazon #audible #iheartradio #spreaker #spotify #applemusic #youtube #anchorfm #mikewagner #themikewagnershow #mikewagnercarynisaacs #themikewagnershowcarynisaacs --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/themikewagnershow/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/themikewagnershow/support

Board Certified Patient Advocate & Founder of Gethealthhelp.com Caryn Isaacs talks about her amazing profession as a Patient Advocate (and how to become one!) and how her services make a phenomenal difference in people's lives! Caryn has represented businesses, labor, and community organizations for over 30 years and focuses on helping private clients with hard-to-diagnose and chronic health conditions plus guided hundreds of professionals to focus on the basics on the future of healthcare, and shares tips on picking the proper Power of Attorney, Health Care Proxy, getting your money back if embezzled or victim of fraud, and why being a Patient Advocate is the fastest growing profession! Check the amazing Caryn Isaacs on what she can do for you at www.gethealthhelp.com and www.carynisaacs.com today! #carynissacs #boardcertified #patientadvocate #gethealthhelp #healthcare #healthcareprofessionals #powerofattorney #healthcareproxy #hospital #amazon #audible #iheartradio #spreaker #spotify #applemusic #youtube #anchorfm #mikewagner #themikewagnershow #mikewagnercarynisaacs #themikewagnershowcarynisaacs

Birth and death are both inevitable life passages. So why are there more "birth plans" than "end of life" plans? Fearless Fabulous You Host Melanie Young shares her insights and tips on what essential information and considerations caregivers and family members must address before a loved one passes. This includes Power of Attorney, Health Care Proxy, insurance policies, digital assets including account access and passwords and funeral plans. Have these conversations now before it is too late!Fearless Fabulous You is broadcast live Wednesdays at 12 Noon ET.Fearless Fabulous You Radio Show is broadcast on W4WN Radio - Women 4 Women Network (www.w4wn.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (www.talk4radio.com) on the Talk 4 Media Network (www.talk4media.com). Fearless Fabulous You Podcast is also available on Talk 4 Podcasting (www.talk4podcasting.com), iHeartRadio, Amazon Music, Pandora, Spotify, Audible, and over 100 other podcast outlets.

Here is Frank Bruno's daily dose of elder law. Elder Law attorneys help their clients facing incapacity, paying for long-term care, or settling an estate. Find us on the web! For more information visits my website at https://www.frankbrunolaw.com Schedule a free telephone consultation on our Website at https://frankbrunolaw.apptoto.com// Say Hi on Social: Visit my Instagram page at https://www.instagram.com/frankbrunoesq/?hl=en Visit my Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/LawOfficeofFrankBrunoJr/ Visit my Linkedin page at https://www.linkedin.com/in/frank-bruno-2aa14799/ Visit my Twitter page at https://twitter.com/_frankbrunolaw Website: https://www.frankbrunolaw.com What we do at our offices: Wills, Trusts, Estates, Powers of Attorney, Nursing Home Medicaid, Long Term Care Planning, Guardianship, Real Property transfers & Probate Frank Bruno, Jr. is an Elder Law and Special Needs lawyer with years of experience handling these types of cases. He is extremely active in the Queens, New York Community, the Queens County Bar Association, and New York State Bar Association and is frequently invited to speak at events about Elder Law. If you'd like to learn more about Elder Law, Medicaid planning, Guardianship, Special Needs Trusts, or Probate law contact the Law Office of Frank Bruno, Jr. today at 718-418-5000. Thank you for listening! Eldercare law is really an umbrella term encompassing multiple areas of law. Some elder care attorneys handle subjects that most people know something about, such as probate, guardianship, estate planning. Other eldercare lawyers focus their practice on other areas of law such as special needs planning, VA benefits planning, and Medicaid planning. So, what is Medicaid planning? Medicaid planning is a way to protect people's assets from the threat of long-term care expenses. Many clients are between 65 and 95, own their own homes, and have between $25,000 and $750,000 worth of assets in addition to the house. What many people don't realize is exactly how expensive long term care expenses can be – In 2020 the average costs of a skilled nursing facility, in New York is $14,250.00 per month. Someone can be solidly middle class or upper-middle class, have saved their whole life, and think that they'll have plenty of money for whatever happens only to suffer a stroke, major heart attack or get an Alzheimer's or Parkinson's diagnosis and need help with their activities of daily living. If they have this six-figure per year care expense, many people spend everything. Medicare does not pay skilled nursing home expenses after 100 days. An elder care attorney, who handles Medicaid planning, is able to legally and ethically protect people's assets to get them qualified for Medicaid. Medicaid, unlike Medicare, has excellent long-term care benefits. This helps them supplement their lifestyle with their own assets (to improve the quality of their life while alive) and make it more likely that they will have something to pass onto their heirs after they pass away. There are many myths and much misinformation surrounding long-term care Medicaid in New York. To learn more please visit... https://www.frankbrunolaw.com

Here is Frank Bruno's daily dose of elder law. Elder Law attorneys help their clients facing incapacity, paying for long-term care, or settling an estate. Find us on the web! For more information visits my website at https://www.frankbrunolaw.com Schedule a free telephone consultation on our Website at https://frankbrunolaw.apptoto.com// Say Hi on Social: Visit my Instagram page at https://www.instagram.com/frankbrunoesq/?hl=en Visit my Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/LawOfficeofFrankBrunoJr/ Visit my Linkedin page at https://www.linkedin.com/in/frank-bruno-2aa14799/ Visit my Twitter page at https://twitter.com/_frankbrunolaw Website: https://www.frankbrunolaw.com What we do at our offices: Wills, Trusts, Estates, Powers of Attorney, Nursing Home Medicaid, Long Term Care Planning, Guardianship, Real Property transfers & Probate Frank Bruno, Jr. is an Elder Law and Special Needs lawyer with years of experience handling these types of cases. He is extremely active in the Queens, New York Community, the Queens County Bar Association, and New York State Bar Association and is frequently invited to speak at events about Elder Law. If you'd like to learn more about Elder Law, Medicaid planning, Guardianship, Special Needs Trusts, or Probate law contact the Law Office of Frank Bruno, Jr. today at 718-418-5000. Thank you for listening! Eldercare law is really an umbrella term encompassing multiple areas of law. Some elder care attorneys handle subjects that most people know something about, such as probate, guardianship, estate planning. Other eldercare lawyers focus their practice on other areas of law such as special needs planning, VA benefits planning, and Medicaid planning. So, what is Medicaid planning? Medicaid planning is a way to protect people's assets from the threat of long-term care expenses. Many clients are between 65 and 95, own their own homes, and have between $25,000 and $750,000 worth of assets in addition to the house. What many people don't realize is exactly how expensive long term care expenses can be – In 2020 the average costs of a skilled nursing facility, in New York is $14,250.00 per month. Someone can be solidly middle class or upper-middle class, have saved their whole life, and think that they'll have plenty of money for whatever happens only to suffer a stroke, major heart attack or get an Alzheimer's or Parkinson's diagnosis and need help with their activities of daily living. If they have this six-figure per year care expense, many people spend everything. Medicare does not pay skilled nursing home expenses after 100 days. An elder care attorney, who handles Medicaid planning, is able to legally and ethically protect people's assets to get them qualified for Medicaid. Medicaid, unlike Medicare, has excellent long-term care benefits. This helps them supplement their lifestyle with their own assets (to improve the quality of their life while alive) and make it more likely that they will have something to pass onto their heirs after they pass away. There are many myths and much misinformation surrounding long-term care Medicaid in New York. To learn more please visit... https://www.frankbrunolaw.com

We'd like to thank Ellen Glickman-Simon for hosting our April 12th Empower Women Event, Estate Planning for Serenity and Empowerment. An increased sense of serenity and empowerment are two of the main reasons to plan for your legal health. Many of us, especially parents of young children, do not realize how comforting it can be to have a plan in place in case of illness or death. Instead, we feel apprehensive about the choices involved in the estate planning process: who to name as beneficiaries, fiduciaries (e.g., health care agents), or guardians. While it takes courage to do this work and discipline to make the time to do it, the rewards are great. Feelings of relief, pride, empowerment, and solace often follow a completed estate plan. Ellen offered a manageable, step-by-step approach to creating your Will, Health Care Proxy, Durable Power of Attorney, Trust (for certain situations) and related estate planning documents. Ellen Glickman-Simon, J.D., L.L.M. Ellen graduated from Tufts University in 1982, received her law degree from Northeastern University School of Law in 1987, and her master's degree (L.L.M.) in tax law from Boston University School of Law in 1988. She practiced law in the tax department of a major Boston firm as well as a suburban business firm before establishing her own office in Sudbury, MA, in 1995 where she has over 25 years of estate planning experience. We hope you enjoy this podcast episode! General Disclaimer: Lexington Wealth Management is a group of investment professionals registered with HighTower Securities, LLC, member FINRA and SIPC, and with HighTower Advisors, LLC, a registered investment advisor with the SEC. Securities are offered through HighTower Securities, LLC; advisory services are offered through HighTower Advisors, LLC. This is not an offer to buy or sell securities. No investment process is free of risk, and there is no guarantee that the investment process or the investment opportunities referenced herein will be profitable. Past performance is not indicative of current or future performance and is not a guarantee. The investment opportunities referenced herein may not be suitable for all investors. All data and information reference herein are from sources believed to be reliable. Any opinions, news, research, analyses, prices, or other information contained in this research is provided as general market commentary, it does not constitute investment advice. Lexington Wealth Management and HighTower shall not in any way be liable for claims, and make no expressed or implied representations or warranties as to the accuracy or completeness of the data and other information, or for statements or errors contained in or omissions from the obtained data and information referenced herein. The data and information are provided as of the date referenced. Such data and information are subject to change without notice. This document was created for informational purposes only; the opinions expressed are solely those of Lexington Wealth Management and do not represent those of HighTower Advisors, LLC, or any of its affiliates.

We were on the screen today for a conversation with Dr. James VanKirk, Director of Palliative Care for Valley Health, based at Winchester Medical Center about advance medical directives. This is part of an ongoing community health partnership with Valley Health where I talk every month to physicians, administrators, nurses, etc. from Valley Health about a wide range of topics regarding healthcare. Dr. VanKirk explained what palliative care is: a specialized, interdisciplinary approach to improving comfort and quality of life at any stage of serious illness by addressing symptoms, communications, and next steps. We talked about National Healthcare Decision Day that happens on April 16 each year. He told us that it's actually observed for the entire week but advance medical directives can be done at any time of year. Dr. VanKirk talked about the different types of advance medical directives, how to start the conversation with loved ones, how to decide who you'd like to be "your person" and the steps you should take to ensure your wishes are on file somewhere like your local hospital. An advance directive is a form you can complete so that you can be in charge of your health care if you become unable to make healthcare decisions for yourself because of injury or illness. “It always seems too early until it's too late.” An Advance Directive includes two important parts: Choosing someone to be your voice when you cannot speak for yourself. This person is commonly called a health care agent, or may also be known as a Health Care Proxy, Substitute Decision-Maker, or Medical Power of Attorney. Communicating the kind of medical treatment you want or don't want. This is called your Living Will. For more information, visit their website: https://www.valleyhealthlink.com/patients-visitors/for-patients/advance-care-planning/ To hear more conversations in this series, visit the podcast page: https://theriver953.com/communityhealth/  

Sara and Jolene promised short episodes and this one runs a little longer but it's worth it. Having conversations around end-of-life planning are not easy and the paperwork that accompanies them doesn't make it any easier. Teresa talks about the documents you'll want to have on hand and she shares why end of life conversations are vital to living. In this episode Teresa references two books: Being Mortal: Medicine and What Matters in the End by Atul Gawande and Elisabeth Kubler-Ross' book On Death & Dying.

Big Ideas: What is a Health Care Proxy? [00:20] – There is a document called an Advance Directive. It is split into two parts – a Living Will and a Health Care Proxy. The Living Will states what you want or what you don't want in terms of care if you were to become terminally ill. The Health Care Proxy is a person appointed by you to speak your wishes listed in the Living Will for you in the event that you become incapacitated and cannot speak for yourself. Depending on what state you live in, a Health Care Proxy may also be known as a Health Care Surrogate, or a Health Care Power of Attorney. The role of this person remains the same regardless of what title is used where you live. Doulagivers Pearl: an Advance Directive is known as a legal document, but it is NOT 100% legally binding. People sometimes think that if they have completed this step that they are completely covered – but that is unfortunately not necessarily true. If a doctor does not agree with the instructions set forth in your Advance Directive, they do not have to legally follow it and the law is on their side. The other issue is that people who have filled out an Advance Directive often do not know where it is when they need it – it does not do us any good if we don't have it ready. There are ways around this, and we will be discussing them. It is written in many places that the Health Care Proxy is the person that will make medical decisions for you if you cannot make them for yourself – this is incorrect. The Health Care Proxy is the person you have chosen to speak the decisions you have already made in your Living Will if you cannot communicate your wishes yourself for any reason. There is a huge difference. How to Choose a Health Care Proxy [4:04] – If the person you would like to be your Health Care Proxy is not comfortable with what you have chosen, they should not be your Health Care Proxy. Why? It's not fair to them to be put under that kind of stress. Secondly, if they're not comfortable with your choices – it's already very difficult to discuss things with doctors who may have different things they want to try, or think are better choices. This is usually a fast-paced crisis time when these conversations are taking place and if you do not have someone who is steadfast and grounded in their obligation to uphold your wishes – there is a good chance that they won't. Your Health Care Proxy does not need to be a relative. There is a lot of room to choose one that is right for you. They need to be comfortable with what you're choosing – so tell them why you're choosing the things you are. Explain it to them. As difficult as it may be to hear, this is the time to give them the rationale behind your wishes – this will make it much more likely that your wishes will be supported later on. The person that you are trusting to speak those decisions for you needs to have a clear understanding of why you want them. You want your Health Care Proxy to be in geographical proximity to where you live, and you also always want to have two so that there is a backup available in case your primary Health Care Proxy is unavailable. Health Care Proxy Mixers [10:37] – This is a dream/vision of mine in which a group of people who are interested in being Health Care Proxies for one another get together to fill this need. I think this would be a great idea because we currently have an Eldercare Crisis and there is a huge number of the elderly who do not have family. I hear from them all of the time and they are very concerned about who is going to be their Health Care Proxy. We want people to have peace of mind and to know that we're in this together. For that reason, I think this idea will be useful so that elderly (or anyone) can have the opportunity to get to know each other, share ideas and philosophies, talk about what they would want or not want at the end of life and provide a space for people to explore this subject and then decide to fill that Health Care Proxy role for each other. Memorable Quotes:  “It is written in many places that a Health Care Proxy is the person you choose to make medical decisions for you if you're unable to speak for yourself. That is untrue. They're not making the decisions - you are. There's a big difference there.” – Suzanne B. O'Brien RN “We have an Eldercare Crisis and many elderly people do not have children or family. I hear them say all the time, ‘Suzanne, who is going to care for me? Who is going to speak for me? Who is going to be there for me at my end of life because I don't have any family?' We've got to find ways to support people.” – Suzanne B. O'Brien RN   Resources: – Get the FREE DEATH DOULA GUIDE HERE: https://www.doulagivers.com/death-doula-guide-2/ Join the FREE MEMBERSHIP AND TRAINING SITE HERE: https://www.facebook.com/groups/4491664174178077 Please "Like" and "subscribe" to my channel! Please Rate & Review the Podcast!!! xoxoxo Suzanne

Big Ideas: What is a Health Care Proxy? [00:20] – There is a document called an Advance Directive. It is split into two parts – a Living Will and a Health Care Proxy. The Living Will states what you want or what you don't want in terms of care if you were to become terminally ill. The Health Care Proxy is a person appointed by you to speak your wishes listed in the Living Will for you in the event that you become incapacitated and cannot speak for yourself. Depending on what state you live in, a Health Care Proxy may also be known as a Health Care Surrogate, or a Health Care Power of Attorney. The role of this person remains the same regardless of what title is used where you live. Doulagivers Pearl: an Advance Directive is known as a legal document, but it is NOT 100% legally binding. People sometimes think that if they have completed this step that they are completely covered – but that is unfortunately not necessarily true. If a doctor does not agree with the instructions set forth in your Advance Directive, they do not have to legally follow it and the law is on their side. The other issue is that people who have filled out an Advance Directive often do not know where it is when they need it – it does not do us any good if we don't have it ready. There are ways around this, and we will be discussing them. It is written in many places that the Health Care Proxy is the person that will make medical decisions for you if you cannot make them for yourself – this is incorrect. The Health Care Proxy is the person you have chosen to speak the decisions you have already made in your Living Will if you cannot communicate your wishes yourself for any reason. There is a huge difference.   How to Choose a Health Care Proxy [4:04] – If the person you would like to be your Health Care Proxy is not comfortable with what you have chosen, they should not be your Health Care Proxy. Why? It's not fair to them to be put under that kind of stress. Secondly, if they're not comfortable with your choices – it's already very difficult to discuss things with doctors who may have different things they want to try, or think are better choices. This is usually a fast-paced crisis time when these conversations are taking place and if you do not have someone who is steadfast and grounded in their obligation to uphold your wishes – there is a good chance that they won't. Your Health Care Proxy does not need to be a relative. There is a lot of room to choose one that is right for you. They need to be comfortable with what you're choosing – so tell them why you're choosing the things you are. Explain it to them. As difficult as it may be to hear, this is the time to give them the rationale behind your wishes – this will make it much more likely that your wishes will be supported later on. The person that you are trusting to speak those decisions for you needs to have a clear understanding of why you want them. You want your Health Care Proxy to be in geographical proximity to where you live, and you also always want to have two so that there is a backup available in case your primary Health Care Proxy is unavailable.   Health Care Proxy Mixers [10:37] – This is a dream/vision of mine in which a group of people who are interested in being Health Care Proxies for one another get together to fill this need. I think this would be a great idea because we currently have an Eldercare Crisis and there is a huge number of the elderly who do not have family. I hear from them all of the time and they are very concerned about who is going to be their Health Care Proxy. We want people to have peace of mind and to know that we're in this together. For that reason, I think this idea will be useful so that elderly (or anyone) can have the opportunity to get to know each other, share ideas and philosophies, talk about what they would want or not want at the end of life and provide a space for people to explore this subject and then decide to fill that Health Care Proxy role for each other.   Memorable Quotes: “It is written in many places that a Health Care Proxy is the person you choose to make medical decisions for you if you're unable to speak for yourself. That is untrue. They're not making the decisions - you are. There's a big difference there.” – Suzanne B. O'Brien RN   “We have an Eldercare Crisis and many elderly people do not have children or family. I hear them say all the time, ‘Suzanne, who is going to care for me? Who is going to speak for me? Who is going to be there for me at my end of life because I don't have any family?' We've got to find ways to support people.” – Suzanne B. O'Brien RN   Resources: Get the FREE DEATH DOULA GUIDE HERE: https://www.doulagivers.com/death-dou... Join the FREE MEMBERSHIP AND TRAINING SITE HERE: https://www.facebook.com/groups/44916...   Please "Like" and "subscribe" to my channel! Please Rate & Review the Podcast!!!   xoxoxo Suzanne

Daniel Bernard is The Snowbird Lawyer. What's that mean, you ask? A snowbird is someone who typically has their their primary residence somewhere in the northern part of the US or Canada, and spends the colder winter months in somewhere warmer, such as Florida, the Caribbean, or the Sun Belt.You don't have to be thinking about becoming a snowbird any time soon to enjoy this episode, learn a few things about what the perfect time in your life for estate planning is right now (whether you need to draft a will, update existing documents because of life events, establish power of attorney, or the many other official, legal plans that you're possibly putting off!)Daniel *literally* wrote the book on Estate Planning for SnowbirdsDaniel focuses his practice on estate planning, trust and estate administration, estate tax planning, business succession planning, and estate litigation, with an emphasis on estate planning for snowbirds.For the large majority of snowbirds, their decision to leave the cold winter months for somewhere warmer is a quality-of-life decision. For higher net worth individuals, there are major tax implications for where and why they choose to snowbird.According to Daniel there are 3 Tiers of Snowbirding:1. Renting a place or simply spending time somewhere warmer2. People who actually buy a place in a snowbird-friendly state3. High Net Worth individuals with estate tax considerations on where they domicileAfter listening to this episode, you will walk away with actionable ways to plan your estate and keep your assets, whether you're 18 and just getting started, or 45 and working toward retirement. And if you're actively thinking about snowbirding, this chat is definitely for you!In this episode, we talk about:-- What are snowbirds?-- Why do people maintain two homes?-- The 3 Tiers of Snowbirding-- Tax planning considerations-- When should you begin an estate plan?-- Snowbirding as a verb-- Planning your estate and keeping your assets-- What is a Health Care Proxy?-- What does Power of Attorney mean?-- When should you begin estate planning?-- How often should you update your estate plan?-- Trusts and probate-- How Daniel discovered this niche practice areaGet in touch with Daniel:Estate Planning for Snowbirds website - https://estateplanningforsnowbirds.com/Daniel Bernard on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielrbernard/Email - dbernard@suffolklaw.comJoin Jason Muth and Attorney / Broker Rory Gill of NextHome Titletown and UrbanVillage Legal in Boston, Massachusetts for another episode of The Real Estate Law Podcast!#estateplanning #taxplanning #taxplanningtips #snowbirds #realestatepodcast #nexthome #humansoverhouses #snowbirding #retirementplanning #probate #realestateinvestor #retiringtoflorida #snowbirdtaxplanning_____________________The Real Estate Law Podcast is hosted by Jason Muth and Attorney / Broker Rory Gill.This podcast and these show notes are not legal advice, but we hope you find both entertaining and informative.You can follow our sponsors here:NextHome Titletown Real Estate on InstagramNextHome Titletown Real Estate on FacebookNextHome Titletown Real Estate on LinkedInAttorney Rory Gill on LinkedInThe Real Estate Law Podcast, because real estate is more than just pretty pictures and law goes well beyond the paperwork and coSupport the show (https://www.urbanvillagelegal.com)

Here is Frank Bruno's daily dose of elder law. Elder Law attorneys help their clients facing incapacity, paying for long-term care, or settling an estate. Find us on the web! For more information visits my website at https://www.frankbrunolaw.com Schedule a free telephone consultation on our Website at https://frankbrunolaw.apptoto.com// Say Hi on Social: Visit my Instagram page at https://www.instagram.com/frankbrunoesq/?hl=en Visit my Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/LawOfficeofFrankBrunoJr/ Visit my Linkedin page at https://www.linkedin.com/in/frank-bruno-2aa14799/ Visit my Twitter page at https://twitter.com/_frankbrunolaw Website: https://www.frankbrunolaw.com What we do at our offices: Wills, Trusts, Estates, Powers of Attorney, Nursing Home Medicaid, Long Term Care Planning, Guardianship, Real Property transfers & Probate Frank Bruno, Jr. is an Elder Law and Special Needs lawyer with years of experience handling these types of cases. He is extremely active in the Queens, New York Community, the Queens County Bar Association, and New York State Bar Association and is frequently invited to speak at events about Elder Law. If you'd like to learn more about Elder Law, Medicaid planning, Guardianship, Special Needs Trusts, or Probate law contact the Law Office of Frank Bruno, Jr. today at 718-418-5000. Thank you for listening! Eldercare law is really an umbrella term encompassing multiple areas of law. Some elder care attorneys handle subjects that most people know something about, such as probate, guardianship, estate planning. Other eldercare lawyers focus their practice on other areas of law such as special needs planning, VA benefits planning, and Medicaid planning. So, what is Medicaid planning? Medicaid planning is a way to protect people's assets from the threat of long-term care expenses. Many clients are between 65 and 95, own their own homes, and have between $25,000 and $750,000 worth of assets in addition to the house. What many people don't realize is exactly how expensive long term care expenses can be – In 2020 the average costs of a skilled nursing facility, in New York is $14,250.00 per month. Someone can be solidly middle class or upper-middle class, have saved their whole life, and think that they'll have plenty of money for whatever happens only to suffer a stroke, major heart attack or get an Alzheimer's or Parkinson's diagnosis and need help with their activities of daily living. If they have this six-figure per year care expense, many people spend everything. Medicare does not pay skilled nursing home expenses after 100 days. An elder care attorney, who handles Medicaid planning, is able to legally and ethically protect people's assets to get them qualified for Medicaid. Medicaid, unlike Medicare, has excellent long-term care benefits. This helps them supplement their lifestyle with their own assets (to improve the quality of their life while alive) and make it more likely that they will have something to pass onto their heirs after they pass away. There are many myths and much misinformation surrounding long-term care Medicaid in New York. To learn more please visit... https://www.frankbrunolaw.com

You're a responsible adult. You plan for retirement, set aside money for a rainy day, and even save for your children's college tuition. But when it comes to planning for the future, chances are one of the most important decisions you could make is one you've never even considered. Until now!In this episode, we cover a fundamental topic in palliative care and discuss the importance of choosing a health care proxy. We cover what it is, why you need one, and what happens to you and your loved ones if you don't elect a proxy.Is choosing a healthcare proxy the sexiest topic of discussion? Probably not.Is it incredibly worthwhile and valuable to know what medial treatments your loved one would or would not want so that when you're about to make some incredibly difficult medical decisions, you can be confident you're making the right choices? Abso-freaking-lutely!Stay tuned for the last 10 minutes of the episode to hear some mind-blowing shifts in how we think about the values that make our lives meaningful, both now and in the future. Like what you hear? Leave a review and tell a friend! Post a screenshot of you listening on Instagram & tag us so we can thank you personally!For more life-changing, mindset-shifting content to help you live intentionally and transform your life from the inside out, follow us on Instagram @purposefilter

Here is Frank Bruno's daily dose of elder law. Elder Law attorneys help their clients facing incapacity, paying for long-term care, or settling an estate. Find us on the web! For more information visits my website at https://www.frankbrunolaw.com Schedule a free telephone consultation on our Website at https://frankbrunolaw.apptoto.com// Say Hi on Social: Visit my Instagram page at https://www.instagram.com/frankbrunoesq/?hl=en Visit my Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/LawOfficeofFrankBrunoJr/ Visit my Linkedin page at https://www.linkedin.com/in/frank-bruno-2aa14799/ Visit my Twitter page at https://twitter.com/_frankbrunolaw Website: https://www.frankbrunolaw.com What we do at our offices: Wills, Trusts, Estates, Powers of Attorney, Nursing Home Medicaid, Long Term Care Planning, Guardianship, Real Property transfers & Probate Frank Bruno, Jr. is an Elder Law and Special Needs lawyer with years of experience handling these types of cases. He is extremely active in the Queens, New York Community, the Queens County Bar Association, and New York State Bar Association and is frequently invited to speak at events about Elder Law. If you'd like to learn more about Elder Law, Medicaid planning, Guardianship, Special Needs Trusts, or Probate law contact the Law Office of Frank Bruno, Jr. today at 718-418-5000. Thank you for listening! Eldercare law is really an umbrella term encompassing multiple areas of law. Some elder care attorneys handle subjects that most people know something about, such as probate, guardianship, estate planning. Other eldercare lawyers focus their practice on other areas of law such as special needs planning, VA benefits planning, and Medicaid planning. So, what is Medicaid planning? Medicaid planning is a way to protect people's assets from the threat of long-term care expenses. Many clients are between 65 and 95, own their own homes, and have between $25,000 and $750,000 worth of assets in addition to the house. What many people don't realize is exactly how expensive long term care expenses can be – In 2020 the average costs of a skilled nursing facility, in New York is $14,250.00 per month. Someone can be solidly middle class or upper-middle class, have saved their whole life, and think that they'll have plenty of money for whatever happens only to suffer a stroke, major heart attack or get an Alzheimer's or Parkinson's diagnosis and need help with their activities of daily living. If they have this six-figure per year care expense, many people spend everything. Medicare does not pay skilled nursing home expenses after 100 days. An elder care attorney, who handles Medicaid planning, is able to legally and ethically protect people's assets to get them qualified for Medicaid. Medicaid, unlike Medicare, has excellent long-term care benefits. This helps them supplement their lifestyle with their own assets (to improve the quality of their life while alive) and make it more likely that they will have something to pass onto their heirs after they pass away. There are many myths and much misinformation surrounding long-term care Medicaid in New York. To learn more please visit... https://www.frankbrunolaw.com

Here is Frank Bruno's daily dose of elder law. Elder Law attorneys help their clients facing incapacity, paying for long-term care, or settling an estate. Find us on the web! For more information visits my website at https://www.frankbrunolaw.com Schedule a free telephone consultation on our Website at https://frankbrunolaw.apptoto.com// Say Hi on Social: Visit my Instagram page at https://www.instagram.com/frankbrunoesq/?hl=en Visit my Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/LawOfficeofFrankBrunoJr/ Visit my Linkedin page at https://www.linkedin.com/in/frank-bruno-2aa14799/ Visit my Twitter page at https://twitter.com/_frankbrunolaw Website: https://www.frankbrunolaw.com What we do at our offices: Wills, Trusts, Estates, Powers of Attorney, Nursing Home Medicaid, Long Term Care Planning, Guardianship, Real Property transfers & Probate Frank Bruno, Jr. is an Elder Law and Special Needs lawyer with years of experience handling these types of cases. He is extremely active in the Queens, New York Community, the Queens County Bar Association, and New York State Bar Association and is frequently invited to speak at events about Elder Law. If you'd like to learn more about Elder Law, Medicaid planning, Guardianship, Special Needs Trusts, or Probate law contact the Law Office of Frank Bruno, Jr. today at 718-418-5000. Thank you for listening! Eldercare law is really an umbrella term encompassing multiple areas of law. Some elder care attorneys handle subjects that most people know something about, such as probate, guardianship, estate planning. Other eldercare lawyers focus their practice on other areas of law such as special needs planning, VA benefits planning, and Medicaid planning. So, what is Medicaid planning? Medicaid planning is a way to protect people's assets from the threat of long-term care expenses. Many clients are between 65 and 95, own their own homes, and have between $25,000 and $750,000 worth of assets in addition to the house. What many people don't realize is exactly how expensive long term care expenses can be – In 2020 the average costs of a skilled nursing facility, in New York is $14,250.00 per month. Someone can be solidly middle class or upper-middle class, have saved their whole life, and think that they'll have plenty of money for whatever happens only to suffer a stroke, major heart attack or get an Alzheimer's or Parkinson's diagnosis and need help with their activities of daily living. If they have this six-figure per year care expense, many people spend everything. Medicare does not pay skilled nursing home expenses after 100 days. An elder care attorney, who handles Medicaid planning, is able to legally and ethically protect people's assets to get them qualified for Medicaid. Medicaid, unlike Medicare, has excellent long-term care benefits. This helps them supplement their lifestyle with their own assets (to improve the quality of their life while alive) and make it more likely that they will have something to pass onto their heirs after they pass away. There are many myths and much misinformation surrounding long-term care Medicaid in New York. To learn more please visit... https://www.frankbrunolaw.com

Here is Frank Bruno's daily dose of elder law. Elder Law attorneys help their clients facing incapacity, paying for long-term care, or settling an estate. Find us on the web! For more information visits my website at https://www.frankbrunolaw.com Schedule a free telephone consultation on our Website at https://frankbrunolaw.apptoto.com// Say Hi on Social: Visit my Instagram page at https://www.instagram.com/frankbrunoesq/?hl=en Visit my Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/LawOfficeofFrankBrunoJr/ Visit my Linkedin page at https://www.linkedin.com/in/frank-bruno-2aa14799/ Visit my Twitter page at https://twitter.com/_frankbrunolaw Website: https://www.frankbrunolaw.com What we do at our offices: Wills, Trusts, Estates, Powers of Attorney, Nursing Home Medicaid, Long Term Care Planning, Guardianship, Real Property transfers & Probate Frank Bruno, Jr. is an Elder Law and Special Needs lawyer with years of experience handling these types of cases. He is extremely active in the Queens, New York Community, the Queens County Bar Association, and New York State Bar Association and is frequently invited to speak at events about Elder Law. If you'd like to learn more about Elder Law, Medicaid planning, Guardianship, Special Needs Trusts, or Probate law contact the Law Office of Frank Bruno, Jr. today at 718-418-5000. Thank you for listening! Eldercare law is really an umbrella term encompassing multiple areas of law. Some elder care attorneys handle subjects that most people know something about, such as probate, guardianship, estate planning. Other eldercare lawyers focus their practice on other areas of law such as special needs planning, VA benefits planning, and Medicaid planning. So, what is Medicaid planning? Medicaid planning is a way to protect people's assets from the threat of long-term care expenses. Many clients are between 65 and 95, own their own homes, and have between $25,000 and $750,000 worth of assets in addition to the house. What many people don't realize is exactly how expensive long term care expenses can be – In 2020 the average costs of a skilled nursing facility, in New York is $14,250.00 per month. Someone can be solidly middle class or upper-middle class, have saved their whole life, and think that they'll have plenty of money for whatever happens only to suffer a stroke, major heart attack or get an Alzheimer's or Parkinson's diagnosis and need help with their activities of daily living. If they have this six-figure per year care expense, many people spend everything. Medicare does not pay skilled nursing home expenses after 100 days. An elder care attorney, who handles Medicaid planning, is able to legally and ethically protect people's assets to get them qualified for Medicaid. Medicaid, unlike Medicare, has excellent long-term care benefits. This helps them supplement their lifestyle with their own assets (to improve the quality of their life while alive) and make it more likely that they will have something to pass onto their heirs after they pass away. There are many myths and much misinformation surrounding long-term care Medicaid in New York. To learn more please visit... https://www.frankbrunolaw.com

In our Season Three Premiere (wow!!), Episode 43,  Don and I talked with the force that is Marianne Sciucco -a registered nurse who's cared for hundreds of dementia patients over a 20-year career.  Her novel, Blue Hydrangeas, an Alzheimer's Love Story, is based on a couple she met through her work and is a testament to the power of love in the face of this heart wrenching disease. Marianne's tender work of fiction brings consolation and understanding to all who encounter Alzheimer's. Ironically, two years after her novel's publication, she started living her own story when her stepfather was diagnosed with mixed dementia: frontotemporal lobe, vascular, and Alzheimer's.  As his Health Care Proxy and Power of Attorney, she became his medical, legal, and financial representative. At the same time, she became the same to her mother, who was suffering from heart failure and dementia caregiver PTSD.  With her novel in place, it eventually morphed into her current project which is Alzauthors, a global community of over 300 writers who are writing about all dementia from their personal experience. She also launched her own podcast “Untangling Alzheimer's and Dementia: An AlzAuthors Podcast”Email  - mariannesciucco@gmail.comTwitterFacebookLinkedInSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/preview/3feccac8decf451cbee818066461f7c1)

Summary:Nancy Light returns after her episode of Caregivers Grief and broaches the serious topic of End of Life Discussions. The topics for these discussions can range from necessary paperwork to very specific choices for the time of passing. Most have heard of Health Care Proxy, Living Will and other forms needed by hospitals or nursing homes. Nancy shares is wisdom of having other details decided ahead of time to avoid conflict and indecision.Episode Details:Everyone wants the last moments of life to be peaceful. We may want to be surrounded by our family members, or we may prefer to have only one person with us. Or, we might want to spare our loved ones the memory of our last breath and die alone. If we never communicate these preferences, we may sacrifice the opportunity to have our wishes fulfilled. Listen in as we discuss how to convey our preferences to our families, and even when. Nancy Light , BSN, RN, MPS has worked in the healthcare field for over 45 years. She was the Chief Nursing Officer for Crouse Hospital in Syracuse, NY until joining Francis House as the Resident Care Coordinator. Nancy served as Chief Operating Officer and then as Executive Director until her retirement in December 2020. During her tenure, she mentored many individuals and developing homes in the area of the social model of hospice care. Nancy serves on the professional advisory committees for Nascentia Healthcare and Hospice of Central New York as well as volunteering for Francis House.Contact:www.asiliveandgrieve.cominfo@asiliveandgrieve.com Facebook:  As I Live and Grieve Instagram:  @asiliveandgrieve To Find a Comfort Care Home:Website: www.omegahomenetwork.org/Phone: 918-510-3661Credits: Music by Kevin MacLeod 

Being stopped by or questioned by the police can be stressful for anyone but for those who are mentally ill or developmentally disabled, it can be quite traumatic. Often these traumatic situations can trigger certain responses in a mentally disabled individual which can escalate into violence or other extreme matters, causing them to be unfairly accused/charged or labeled due to their illness or disability.      In this podcast episode, Annette speaks with Attorney Jason Chan, a criminal law attorney and partner in the firm Seed, Chan and Associates in Boston, about how individuals who are mentally ill and developmentally disabled are often treated and charged unfairly within the criminal justice system.   The main problem area Attorney Chan notes is usually with law enforcement or first responders as they generally have the first contact with the disabled individual.  There seems to be a lack of training and understanding for first responders as they don't have specific mental disability instruction.  First responders are often only given very basic information about the situation they are heading into and are generally not aware of how to recognize danger zones and triggers for certain mental illnesses and disabilities.  This can at times lead to very dangerous situations. Training is highly needed for first responders but unfortunately there in no universal training course or guidelines. Difficulties also lie around who would be capable of instructing a training course and with so many different kinds of mental illness and disabilities, how can you train a first responder to recognize all the signs and the care needed for each.   Restraining orders can cause issues as well.  Some individuals that have mental illness or developmental disabilities don't understand or deal with certain social situations well and can be misunderstood by roommates, those they work with or even romantic partners. Restraining orders can be devasting to a mentally disabled individual.  It does not necessarily mean they did something criminally wrong, but now that there is a restraining order tied to their name, it can preclude them from certain disability programs and housing situations once a background check is run.   Traffic stops can also lead to stressful situations where a mentally disabled person could panic and either want to flee the scene to the safety of their home or they may want to get out of the vehicle to speak with the police officer.  These types of reactions can escalate an already stressful situation with law enforcement.  Attorney Chan recommends that parents and/or caregivers coach their children ahead of time, in the event they are pulled over by law enforcement at some point.  Make sure the mentally disabled individual understands that police are there to help and likely there is nothing they have really done wrong.   Another situation that can lead to issues lies with college age students.  Generally, around the age of 17 or 18 is when and individual's mental health issues may arise, and they may have their first psychotic break.  The stress of being away from home, a new state, a new environment, the pressure and demands of school work and maintaining grades can cause anxiety overload.  They may feel they are isolated, have no family support and may withdraw from everyone and everything. The individual may eventually end up in the hospital but as they are now over 18 and are considered adults, parents are not notified and are not able to make any legal decisions for them.  Attorney Chan recommends parents complete some estate planning documents before their child leaves for college including a Power of Attorney and a Health Care Proxy.  Once a child turns 18, they are considered an “adult” and parents no longer have any authority over them or can make decisions for them if they are deemed incompetent.     As a closing note, Attorney Chan recommends that parents and caregivers pass along their knowledge to others.  Make sure their mentally ill or developmentally disabled child is known in the community and others know what that child's triggers may be.  Attorney Chan also recommends advocating with elected officials for training programs for better understanding of those with mental health issues and developmental disabilities.  Knowledge and training may help diffuse a situation before it becomes a larger issue.     If you would like to follow or reach out to Attorney Chan, you may find him at Seed, Chan and Associates and on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.  Attorney Chan also hosts his own legal podcast which can be found HERE  For information on other topics, please also check out Special Needs Companies. 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Ms. Hines brings personal experience with special needs to her practice and podcasts as the mother of two daughters, one of whom passed away from Mitochondrial disease in November 2013. This deep, personal understanding of special needs fuels her passion for quality special needs planning and drives her dedication to help others within the special needs community.

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Robert N. Swidler is the Vice President of Legal Services for St. Peter's Health Partners, the Capital Region's largest health care system, with 5 hospitals, 7 nursing homes, a medical practice with over 350 physicians, and many other facilities and services. Mr. Swidler is also Editor of the NYS Bar Association Health Law Journal, a Governor's appointee to NYS Task Force on Life and the Law, on the adjunct faculty of both the Alden March Bioethics Center at Albany Medical College and the Union Graduate College / Mt. Sinai Bioethics Program. Over the years, Mr. Swidler played a significant role in drafting and advocating for several health care laws, including New York's Health Care Proxy Law (1990) and Family Health Care Decisions Act (2010).