Virginia families often face dozens of assisted living choices. Each facility has different pricing, care levels and staff. Virginia's Department of Social Services (VDSS) licenses and inspects all assisted living facilities in the state. A license confirms basic...
What Is a VA Fiduciary and When Might a Veteran Need One? A veteran may need help with VA benefits after an illness, injury or change in health. If a veteran cannot manage VA benefits, the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) may appoint a fiduciary. The fiduciary...
When your aging parent refuses help, you may feel trapped between respect and fear. You notice unpaid bills, missed medications or living conditions that no longer feel safe. Yet when you raise concerns, your parents insist they are fine. That can leave you wondering...
Individuals preparing for retirement or already enjoying their golden years have unique legal concerns. While often living on a fixed income, they are vulnerable to creditor claims. If their health changes, they may require support from professionals or family members...
Moving a loved one into a nursing home is never an easy decision. Families often worry about whether their relative will adjust well, receive the right care and continue to feel connected. While nursing homes are designed to provide safety and medical attention, the...
People in certain circumstances cannot manage their own affairs effectively. Some people experience incapacitating emergencies that leave them unconscious for months. Others might have mental health challenges, such as bipolar disorder, that result in them making...
Establishing your last will and testament marks an important milestone in life planning, especially as a senior. It's a significant step that provides peace of mind, knowing your family will respect your wishes. However, the process doesn't end after the ink dries on...
Your elderly parent has lived through a lot. They’ve taken care of themselves for decades and successfully raised a family. Before retirement, they also ran a successful company. In short, they are used to being independent. The reality is, however, that there will...
Finding out about long-term care services and how to pay for them often overwhelms many people. If you served your country in the military, you likely have access to certain benefits that could make the process less expensive. These benefits come in several different...
If you are a Virginia senior citizen or if your parents fall into this age demographic, you may wish to seek out the advice and counsel of an experienced elder law attorney. Why? Because (s)he is the person who can help you or your parents wend your ways through the...
