In this episode of Beyond the Will, Linda Strohschein and Dana Bzdelik discuss critical topics in elder law, including Medicare fraud alerts, the significance of powers of attorney, the benefits of ABLE accounts for individuals with disabilities, and the importance of planning for aging. They also address listener questions regarding special needs trusts and strategies to avoid nursing home placement, emphasizing the need for proactive planning to ensure peace of mind.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction
01:56 The Importance of Powers of Attorney
04:03 Elder Law Month and Its Significance
04:45 Medicare Fraud Alert
06:22 Home Safety for Aging in Place
07:30 ABLE Accounts
09:15 10 Best and Worst States for Nursing Home Affordability
11:13 Senior Scam
14:51 Listener Q&A: Special Needs Trusts and Nursing Home Planning
16:31 Outro
Contact
Website:www.StrohscheinLawGroup.com
Webinars: www.StrohscheinLawGroup.com/events
Email:info@strohscheinlawgroup.com
Phone: 630-377-3241
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/StrohscheinLawGroup
May 2025 Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/fd495ba84e1a/april-newsletter-11037884
Phone # for Medicare: 1-800-MEDICARE(1-800-633-4227)
FBI Crime Complaint Center: https://www.fbi.gov/investigate/cyber
This information provided by Strohschein Law Group is general in nature and is not intended to be legal advice, nor does it constitute a legal relationship. Please consult an attorney for advice regarding your individual situation.
(*) The Supreme Court ofIllinois does not recognize certifications of specialties in the practice of law and the CELA designation is not a requirement to practice law in Illinois.
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