Elder Law Answers

11/28/2025

Spendthrift Provision in Trust Did Not Bar Estate Recovery

The Tennessee Court of Appeals affirmed a trial court's ruling that TennCare's claim for reimbursement of amounts it p...

11/26/2025

How Medicare Changes in 2026 Will Affect Older Adults

Medicare is rolling out several important changes in 2026 that are intended to lower prescription drug costs, strengthen consumer protections, and test ...

11/25/2025

Older Adults, Veterans Affected by Reduced SNAP Benefits

Older adults and veterans often have small financial cushions and special dietary or mobility needs. Even a short pause in SNAP benefits can produce imm...

11/21/2025

HHS Suspends Appeals of Nursing Home Staffing Minimums

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) recently moved to dismiss its appeals in two federal cases chal...

11/19/2025

Affordable Housing Is Getting Scarce for Older Adults

Despite over 2 million older adults receiving federal rental assistance, only about one in three older adults who need federal rental assistance receive...

11/14/2025

We are excited to announce that registration is now open for the 20th Annual Academy of Special Needs Planners (ASNP) National Conference! Join us in Miami, Florida, April 30 and May 1, 2026, with optional presessions April 29.

This year, we’re celebrating with an extraordinary learning experience that sets new standards for professional education in our field. Take advantage of early bird pricing by registering today!

11/12/2025

Getting Help for a Parent With Memory Loss

Many people mistake dementia symptoms for normal aging. However, memory problems and marked cognitive decline are not considered a normal part of aging ...

11/10/2025

2.8 Percent COLA Increase for 2026 Social Security Benefits

On October 24, 2025, the Social Security Administration (SSA) announced that Social Security beneficiaries will receive a 2.8 percent cost-of-living adj...

11/06/2025

Emotional Wellness Among Older Adults in Long-Term Care

Older adults in long-term care face notable emotional health challenges. According to data from 2022, depression affects more than 25 percent of residen...

11/05/2025

How the Government Shutdown Could Affect Older Adults

The effects of the federal government shutting down may not always seem direct or immediate, but the risks and disruptions are real.

11/03/2025

Can Oregon Launch Universal Health Care in the U.S.?

Oregon's lawmakers are cautiously working toward establishing a single-payer universal health care plan.

10/30/2025

Private Equity and Nursing Homes: What Families Need to Know

Research and reporting have shown mixed outcomes, but many studies suggest troubling patterns when private equity enters the nursing home sector.