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How to Talk to Your Family About Estate Planning
Estate planning can feel like a daunting topic to bring up with family, but it’s an essential conversation to have. Ensuring your loved...
Anderson Elder Law
Oct 10


What Happens to Digital Assets After You Pass Away?
In today’s digital world, our lives are increasingly intertwined with online platforms, from banking and email accounts to social media...
Anderson Elder Law
Sep 25


Technology for Aging Populations
Aging is inevitable, but losing independence doesn’t have to be. With advancements in technology, older adults now have access to tools...
Anderson Elder Law
Sep 5


Estate Planning for the Sandwich Generation: Caring for Kids and Parents
If you’re part of the “sandwich generation,” you’re likely juggling two critical responsibilities: raising children and caring for aging...
Anderson Elder Law
Aug 21


What’s Your Next Era? Planning Your Star Legacy
Taylor Swift has just announced her newest album, The Life of a Showgirl , and the internet is buzzing about her next era. The truth is,...
Anderson Elder Law
Aug 14


Is It Time to Downsize? Weighing the Move to a CCRC or Assisted Living Community
For many older adults, the family home represents decades of memories and comfort. It’s where holidays were celebrated, children were...
Anderson Elder Law
Jul 9


Top Misconceptions About Medicaid Planning in Pennsylvania
Medicaid is often misunderstood, especially when it comes to long-term care planning in Pennsylvania. Many people believe they won’t...
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Jun 13


Planning for a New Chapter: Protecting Your College-Bound Young Adult
College-age kids are stepping into a whole new level of independence, with more freedom, responsibility, and real-life experiences. It’s...
Anderson Elder Law
May 28


What Is a Medicaid Spend-Down, and How Does It Work?
For individuals and families facing the high cost of long-term care, Medicaid can be a lifeline. However, qualifying for Medicaid comes...
Anderson Elder Law
May 22


What Is Elder Law, and Why Is It Important?
When you hear the term "elder law," you might think it’s only about older adults, but it’s much broader than that. Elder law isn't just...
Anderson Elder Law
May 14


What Is Life Care Planning, and Who Needs It?
Planning for the future often feels overwhelming, especially when aging or health concerns are part of the equation. Life care planning...
Anderson Elder Law
May 9


Protecting Aging Parents: Legal Steps You Can Take Now
As your parents age, you might find yourself stepping into a caregiver or advocate role. It’s not an easy transition, but it’s one many...
Anderson Elder Law
Apr 25


Creating a Life Care Plan: Steps to Get Started
Planning for the future, whether for yourself or a loved one, can be overwhelming, especially when long-term care, health concerns, and...
Anderson Elder Law
Apr 16


Your Duties as an Agent Under a Financial Power of Attorney
If you have been appointed as an agent, or attorney-in-fact (“Agent”) with respect to a Principal’s financial affairs you are a trusted...
Anderson Elder Law
Apr 15


Your Duties as a Health Care Agent
One difficulty that health care providers have in establishing who has surrogate decision-making capacity for another in context of...
Anderson Elder Law
Apr 15


The Benefits of Early Planning: Why Waiting Could Cost Your Family
Life is full of uncertainties, but one thing is certain: planning ahead can make all the difference for you and your loved ones. When it...
Anderson Elder Law
Apr 9


What’s the Difference Between a First-Party and Third-Party Special Needs Trust?
Special Needs Trusts (SNTs) are essential tools for protecting the financial future of individuals with disabilities while preserving...
Anderson Elder Law
Apr 3


Why Life Care Planning Is More Than Just Estate Planning
When people think about planning for the future, estate planning often comes to mind first. Wills, trusts, and powers of attorney are...
Anderson Elder Law
Mar 12


The Importance of Community in Elder Care: Why Connection Matters
As we age, the need for connection and belonging becomes more important than ever. For older adults, community isn’t just a...
Anderson Elder Law
Mar 5


How Proactive Planning Reduces Stress for Caregivers
Caring for a loved one can be both rewarding and overwhelming. Whether you’re helping an aging parent, a spouse, or a relative with a...
Anderson Elder Law
Feb 26
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