When a trust creator (grantor) passes away, the trustee must take certain steps to manage and administer the trust. If you are a trustee, beneficiary, or heir, it’s important to have some idea of what to expect during the trust administration process. Therefore, as a...
In California, Medi-Cal, California’s Medicaid program, is often an essential resource for those who need long-term care services. However, the program may disqualify a Medi-Cal applicant with too many resources. As a result, when someone is trying to qualify for...
When people need to qualify for Medi-Cal to pay for long-term care services, they soon realize that the program has strict income and resource limits. If you own a home and need Medi-Cal, you will need to know: 1) how this asset will impact your benefits and...
As disabled children turn 18, their dependency on various resources for support does not stop. California offers many programs to assist qualifying disabled young adults. The state identifies disabled adults as people who can not perform any substantial gainful...
Millions of Californians rely on Medi-Cal (California Medicaid) to pay for nursing home care. This is because, unlike Medicare, the Medi-Cal program pays for these and other long-term care services. However, Medi-Cal is income-sensitive, and someone with too many...
Learning that your parent has Alzheimer's or another form of dementia can be overwhelming. Often, by the time the condition is suspected, the individual’s symptoms may be interfering with their ability to attend to their care and responsibilities. If your mother has...
When your child has special needs, there are several things you need to do to plan for their future. One of the most important ways to prepare for your child with a disability is through estate planning. Therefore, if your child has special needs, you should know: How...
Millions of California seniors rely on Medi-Cal (California Medicaid) benefits for their health care needs. Medi-Cal provides essential health care coverage at no charge to qualifying recipients. However, the program is asset-tested, meaning that recipients can only...
As your parents age, long-term care issues may become increasingly important. It's not always possible to know when a significant health condition will arise. However, if your elderly parent becomes ill or is injured, they may need nursing home care. Skilled nursing...
Today, it seems like we manage almost every aspect of our lives online. From banking to grocery shopping, there is practically nothing we can't buy or arrange for on the internet. While it may be convenient to take care of everyday tasks this way, not everything...
