As we grow older, we may begin to trust our close friends and family members to help manage certain finances. After all, it is always helpful to have a daughter, sister or neighbor help purchase groceries and other essential goods to meet daily needs. While many family members and loved ones would never take advantage […]
The Importance of Managing Medication in Assisted-Living and Nursing Home Facilities
A significant number of assisted-living residents and nursing home patients take medications every day. Many medications taken by these elderly individuals are necessary to treat chronic medical conditions including, but not limited to, diabetes, heart disease, cancer, thyroid problems, and kidney problems, among others. The medications necessary to treat these chronic diseases must be taken […]
Bed Sores – A Sign of Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect
Many elderly patients in hospitals, nursing homes and assisted living facilities cannot move on their own. Such patients require assistance to get out of bed, wash themselves, be taken to the bathroom, and to eat, among other daily needs of life. Without adequate help, dependent elderly individuals cannot complete basic tasks. Not only can neglect […]
What You Should Know About Parental Alienation Syndrome (PAS)
Domestic matters, such as divorce and custody disputes can make life difficult for both parents and children. However, it is typically the children who suffer the most as they are undergoing a significant amount of stress at a very young age. It is not uncommon for a divorce to impact a child’s behavior, whereby that […]
Who is Most Likely to Abuse an Elderly Person? What You Should Know From a New Jersey Attorney
It may be surprising to some people that perpetrators of elder abuse are often family members, friends, and other trusted individuals. When an elderly person is in a vulnerable situation, it is easy for a family member, friend or trusted person to take advantage and manipulate the elderly individual. For example, a spouse, sibling, or […]
What Are the Warning Signs of Elder Abuse? New Jersey Elder Law Attorney Explains
Elder abuse is a prevalent problem in New Jersey as well as throughout the United States. Unfortunately, many instances of elder abuse go unnoticed, placing vulnerable seniors in what can be an unbearable situation. Because elder abuse is a significant problem, it is important for family members to know the signs of elder abuse so […]
Accessing Your New Jersey Medicare Benefits in a Natural Disaster
Preparedness is key when your residential area is affected by a natural disaster, but something people often forget to consider is how they will access their Medicare benefits and services in the event of a weather emergency. If your area is in an official state of emergency, the rules for your medical care might change […]
New Jersey and New York Benefits for Elderly Veterans
As American veterans age, the Department of Veterans Affairs adjusts the level of benefits they receive. The 2012 Census recorded more than 12.4 million veterans age 65 and older living in the United States. The VA offers a few services specifically for elderly veterans in need of ongoing custodial or medical care, including a program […]
New Jersey Lawyers Answer Your Medicare Questions
If you are nearing age 65, now is the time to start thinking about Medicare. The topic can seem daunting, but the lawyers at Giro Attorneys at Law, LLP, are ready to answer your questions and help you navigate the system to make sure you receive the benefits that work best for you. Who is […]
Planning for Long-Term Care in New Jersey
Whether you have experience with Medicare or are just exploring enrollment for yourself or a family member, it is likely a large surprise when you learn that Medicare does not cover custodial care. Custodial care, also referred to as long-term care, is non-medical assistance, such as that provided in a nursing home, assisted living facility, […]
