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When the pandemic was in full swing, nursing homes restricted visitation to clamp down on infection rates and prevent the spread of the disease through a vulnerable population. In the first year of the pandemic, staff and nursing home residents made up 31 percent of all COVID-19 deaths in the U.S. Although a vaccine is available and restrictions in many nursing home… Read More

A geriatric care manager is typically a nurse, counselor, social worker, or other professional that can provide necessary services for long-term care planning. They can guide you during the process of determining the best care for your loved one and advocate for their rights. Seeking assistance from a geriatric care manager can alleviate some of the stress that comes with… Read More

You might not think creating an estate plan is necessary unless you’re older or have developed a terminal illness. However, an estate plan can benefit people of any age. It’s a good idea to plan for the unexpected, so your assets remain protected and anyone who depends on you will receive the financial assistance necessary to care for themselves after… Read More

Our Woodbridge special needs lawyers have good news for Americans collecting Social Security benefits in 2022. The roughly 70 million who receive Social Security benefits will receive the highest cost of living increase in four decades. The increase was made to offset inflation. Those receiving Social Security and Supplemental Security Income stand to receive a nearly six percent (5.9) increase in… Read More

As people live longer, their susceptibility to cognitive decline increases. For many adult children with aging parents, this means they have to get involved in their parents’ financial and legal affairs. Estate planning, including the creation of a will, is ideally done well before any cognitive decline takes place. However, it’s never too late. Even if your aging parent already… Read More

When you’re the primary caregiver for an aging parent or another family member incapable of caring for themselves, you probably find yourself putting your own needs aside to meet theirs. However, our Prince William County elder lawyers want you to be at your best to provide the care and assistance necessary for your loved one to remain happy, healthy, and… Read More

Planning for death can be an unpleasant experience for anyone. It often comes with uncomfortable conversations and difficult decisions. However, creating an estate plan is one of the most important things you can do in life. If you want to protect your loved ones and ensure they receive the care and assistance they need when you’re gone, you should address… Read More

The Covid-19 pandemic continues to affect individuals and families throughout the country. As a Manassas Will lawyer, during the last two years, I have seen many people start thinking about their futures and the type of financial security they require in their lives. Business owners reevaluated how they run their businesses and handle their finances. If the pandemic taught us… Read More

Typically, the decision to place your loved one in a long-term care facility is an emotional one. You might not have the time or ability to take care of your family member yourself. You worry about their well-being if they live alone and don’t receive the daily assistance they need. Although the idea of moving an aging parent or relative… Read More

You know you should prepare for certain health and medical contingencies such as incapacitation or terminal illness and make it clear whether you want resuscitation or not. But it’s hard to sort through all the confusing medical terms and legal jargon. One particular area of confusion is that surrounding a living will vs. advance directive. Broadly speaking, an advance directive… Read More