Elder Law

If you have an aging loved one, there will likely come a time when you begin to have concerns about their physical or cognitive health. You might notice that they are forgetting to take their medications or asking the same questions again and again. Or maybe it’s that they don’t seem as capable of managing the stairs or keeping up…Read More

It’s often difficult to stay in touch with a loved one after placing them in a nursing home. You have a busy schedule, your own family to care for, and other responsibilities that get in your way. Planning a visit to the nursing home might not be that easy. However, you want to spend quality time with your family member…Read More

Social Security benefits are available to individuals who paid Social Security taxes while employed and have reached a particular age. Many people don't know that benefits may also be available to eligible family members, such as a spouse. Additionally, if the insured passes away, their spouse might be able to collect survivors’ benefits. What Are Survivors’ Benefits?  Survivors’ benefits are…Read More

A caregiver agreement, also referred to as a personal service contract, is a contract between an individual in need of care and the person taking care of them. Typically, an adult child will assume the role of caretaker for an older or incapacitated parent. It’s a job many people take on when someone they love requires assistance to perform basic…Read More

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

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

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