If you are going to qualify for Medicare when you reach the age of 65, and you will have resources when you retire, you may never consider the relevance of Medi-Cal. After all, this is a government health insurance program for financially needy individuals and families.This line of thinking is understandable, but Medi-Cal may in fact be quite important, because this program will pay for long-term care. Since Medicare is a health insurance program that is designed to address the health care … [Read more...]
New California Law Impacts Caregivers Who Marry a Dependent Spouse
by Justin M. KennedyLitherland, Kennedy & Associates, APC, Attorneys at LawOn June 26, 2019, the Governor signed into law AB 328 - this law is meant to protect dependent adults from being taken advantage of by their caregivers.A dependent adult is defined as a person who is 65 or older and either (1) is unable to provide properly for his or her personal needs for physical health, food, clothing, or shelter, or (2) due to one or more deficits in the mental functions the person had … [Read more...]
Litherland, Kennedy & Associates – Why We Walk to Help End Alzheimer’s
On Saturday, October 12th, our law firm team will be walking in the 2019 Walk to End Alzheimer's. Following is the story of why our geriatric care manager, Dedra Jize, is walking.I have been working with families who have been afflicted with Alzheimer’s for almost 10 years. I have seen the emotional stress and the financial strain it puts on families, especially for spouses. When families get the support they need, the journey becomes more reasonable, especially for those who desire … [Read more...]
Attorneys Justin M. Kennedy and Magdalena A. LaBranch-Gonzales Selected as 2019 California Rising Stars
Attorneys Justin M. Kennedy and Magdalena A. LaBranch-Gonzales have been selected to the 2019 California Rising Stars list. This is an exclusive list, recognizing no more than 2.5 percent of the lawyers in the state.Super Lawyers, part of Thomson Reuters, is a rating service of outstanding lawyers from more than 70 practice areas who have attained a high degree of peer recognition and professional achievement. The annual selections are made using a patented multiphase process, which results … [Read more...]
Medi-Cal and Crowdfunding – Why Crowdfunding May Cost You Medi-Cal Eligibility
by Magdalena A. LaBranch-GonzalesLitherland, Kennedy & Associates, APC, Attorneys at LawCrowdfunding or fundraising websites, such as Kickstarter, YouCaring, and GoFundMe[i], are quickly becoming a popular source for donations where ordinary people may raise money from others for anything from new inventions to helping a neighbor or family member in need. Over time, crowdfunding has morphed into a platform to request finances for anything.The most significant increase may be the … [Read more...]
The Job of a Caregiver
by Dedra Jize, OT, CSAGeriatric Care Manager, Litherland, Kennedy & Associates, APC, Attorneys at LawThe Caregiver job is one of the least understood jobs by other family members and friends who are watching from the outside, regardless if they live near or far. As the Caregiver, you may be pushed to the limit but there is no time to explore options for help. Perhaps there are funds out there to tap into to reduce the financial strain or maybe your loved one is eligible for … [Read more...]
A Thank You to All Caregivers
by Dedra Jize, OT, CSAGeriatric Care Manager, Litherland, Kennedy & Associates, APC, Attorneys at LawNovember is National Family Caregivers Month. It is a time to recognize and honor family caregivers across the country. A special “thank you’ to all you Caregivers. It is something not said often enough, and the words feel insufficient for all that you do to care for someone and for all that you have given up to allow you to be a Caregiver. A “thank you’ feels inadequate to express … [Read more...]
What Questions Should I Ask an Elder Care Attorney?
Elder care attorneys counsel people who are making preparations for their senior years. There are various different elder law issues on the table at the present time, and long-term care costs are at the top of the list.To read this report on elder care questions, follow this link: What Questions Should I Ask an Elder Care Attorney? … [Read more...]
Go and See the World! Travel Tips for Seniors
by Dedra Jize, OT, CSAGeriatric Care Manager, Litherland, Kennedy & Associates, APC, Attorneys at Law“Aruba, Jamaica, oh I want to take you.” These lyrics to a popular song by the Beach Boys in the late 1980’s made us want to go and bask in the sun. Or maybe you’re a little bit country and Willie Nelson’s song, “On the Road Again” strikes a chord with you. Or perhaps “Route 66” by Chuck Berry made you want to jump in your car for a road trip across the country. However, work, family and … [Read more...]
Consider Taking the Entire Family on Vacation
by Dedra Jize, OT, CSAGeriatric Care Manager, Litherland, Kennedy & Associates, APC, Attorneys at LawWith summer approaching, you may be thinking of planning a summer vacation. There has been a shift to making these trips intergenerational; the grandchildren, parents and grandparents all go together. This can have advantages when there are young grandchildren who may need to ‘sit out’ on some of the experiences or need someone to watch them so their parents can have a night out, and can also … [Read more...]
