Do you know what the sixth leading cause of death among senior adults in the United States is? It is Alzheimer’s! In addition, two-thirds of affected seniors are women. According… Read more »
National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys Announces Two Florida Chapter Members as 2021 Fellows
Florida Chapter Attorneys Receive Highest Honor Bestowed By NAELA The National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA) announced two Florida Chapter members as their 2021 NAELA Fellows: Professor Roberta K.… Read more »
Nearing the Proposed Tax Limits? Here are Some Estate Planning Tips to Consider
Reviewed by Alison Hickman, Esq. Is the current value of your estate near the proposed tax limits? One of the many reasons people conduct estate planning may be to designate… Read more »
7 Resources to Help Florida Seniors During Older Americans Month
May is Older Americans Month. Did you know that President John F. Kennedy was the first president to designate May as a time to acknowledge the contributions of past and… Read more »
Do You Need To Incorporate A Pet Trust Into Your Estate Plan?
Reviewed by Alison Hickman, Esq. Do you own a pet? If so, you may want to consider incorporating a pet trust into your estate plan. Just as a traditional trust… Read more »
April 16th is National Clean Out Your Medicine Cabinet Day
Did you know that, this year, National Clean Out Your Medicine Cabinet Day is April 16th? Studies show that many abused prescription drugs were found and taken from a family… Read more »
Five Tips on Helping a Loved One Deal with Memory Loss
Reviewed by Kandace Rudd, Esq. Is a parent or another loved one experiencing memory loss? It can be tough to cope for both your loved one and for you.… Read more »
Five Reasons You Need an Estate Plan
Did you know that creating an estate plan can give you the power to determine what happens with your estate after you pass, and offers protection for you and your… Read more »
Learn the Difference Hiring a Member of AFELA Can Make
Are you looking for an elder law attorney for your aging parent, another family member, or close friend? Hiring a member of the Academy of Florida Elder Law Attorneys (AFELA),… Read more »