A quick search of the internet reveals no shortage of Free Power of Attorney Forms, Free Will Forms, and other fill-in-the-blank estate planning documents. With the rampant growth and availability of do-it yourself (DIY) legal market, it is worth taking a moment to evaluate the consumers’ best interest. Specifically with estate planning documents the consumer… Continue Reading
Many are confused by these two similar sounding federal health benefit programs. While they may sound similar, they are very, very different. Knowing the differences and the basics of what each program covers, and who is eligible, could save you, or a family member, lots of money. First the Basics: Medicare is a federal insurance… Continue Reading
Many of my clients have gone from the hospital to a rehab facility for a 100 days Medicare stay only to learn after day 21, 31, 43 or so on that Medicare coverage is ending because they are no longer improving, or have “reached a plateau” in progress. This meant they were now private pay,… Continue Reading
A question we regularly receive is “How do I become a Florida Resident”. Firstly, Florida does not have specific rules for residency. Each case is fact specific. So let’s start with some of the benefits retirees and other citizens seek to establish themselves as Florida Residents and then give you some ways to establish yourself… Continue Reading
New Therapies Help Stroke Survivors Recover Language Years Later – WSJ.com. A great article in the Wall Street Journal on aphasia.
The Good, the Bad and the Ugly of Observation Status: THE GOOD: If you are a Medicare beneficiary you are entitled up to 100 days of rehabilitation benefits at a rehabilitation facility after a 3 day qualifying inpatient hospital stay. THE BAD: Patients who are classified as “Observation Status” though staying for numerous days, receiving… Continue Reading
JoNel Aleccia NBC News July 17, 2013 at 1:31 PM ET When high school Spanish teacher Joyce Botti started complaining about memory problems a few years ago, doctors dismissed her concerns as normal signs of aging. But new research being presented Wednesday at an international Alzheimer’s conference suggests that Botti’s worries — like those of… Continue Reading
If you’ve spent any extended amount of time in the Bradenton or Sarasota area, you know that Snooty the Manatee is kind of a big deal around here. And that’s probably well deserved. Given his status as the oldest living manatee in captivity (possible also holds title as oldest manatee in the world), it’s no… Continue Reading
The Pines of Sarasota has long had a reputation for great care and low staff turnover. As one of Sarasota’s not for profit nursing facilities, the Pines is a great example of where good things are happening in our community. The Herald Tribune article below illustrates the positive effects that active family involvement can have… Continue Reading
It’s always tragic when a loved one passes but even more devastating when end of life planning is not in place, or worse yet, when that planning fails. In the linked to article from Fox 13 news that aired last night, this is one such situation where things can go horribly wrong despite best intentions…. Continue Reading
One of the most traumatic experiences that a family can have is when a family member passes away. Unfortunately, the trauma can be even worse if someone...
Elderly people work their whole lives to be financially secure when they retire. They will rely on that money to carry them through illness and other expenses...
On November 30th, the attorneys and staff of Boyer & Boyer, P.A. got together for Shoe Boxes for Seniors, one of our favorite holiday traditions. Shoe Boxes...
Thousands of Floridians were critically affected by Hurricane Michael. Homes were destroyed and lives were taken, but the legal community is doing everything they can to help...
The Veterans Administration (VA) published new rules that will make it more difficult to qualify for benefits like Aid and Attendance, a benefit that provides a cash...