Elder Law News

On January 2, 2025, President Biden signed into law the Senator Elizabeth Dole 21st Century Veterans Healthcare and Benefits Improvement Act.

Medicare is constantly evolving to adapt to the needs of older Americans, and several significant changes have been incorporated into the program for 2025.

Each year, the feds issue updated guidelines outlining how much of a couple's assets a healthy spouse can keep while their Medicaid spouse gets the long-term care support they need.

Research shows that nearly 70% of seniors will require long-term care at some point in their later years. Although it does add another expense to one's life, long-term care insurance can be helpful.

Medicare is a complex program with many benefits. Knowing about the options available to beneficiaries will help you understand and navigate the system. Let's look at Medicare's annual wellness visits.

As the population ages, the number of people affected by Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia continues to rise. For family caregivers, this role comes at a substantial cost.

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has issued the 2025 figures for Medicare. As in 2024, these health care costs are going up across the board.

You generally must be enrolled in Medicare Parts A and Part B before you can enroll in a Medicare Advantage plan. To join a Medicare Advantage plan, contact the plan and ask if it is accepting new member enrollments or if it has a waiting list. 

The Older Americans Act seeks to promote the well-being, dignity, and independence of older Americans. By providing billions of dollars in funding for essential services, the OAA helps seniors live in their homes and communities for as long as possible.

The future of Medicare-reimbursed telehealth services will largely be shaped by ongoing legislative efforts. Congress has introduced several bills aimed at extending many of the temporary telehealth expansions or making them permanent.