Beginning January 1, 2026, California will reinstate the Medi-Cal asset test for applicants over age 65 seeking long-term care benefits, limiting eligibility to $130,000 in countable assets (plus $65,000 for each additional household member). In this video, Attorney Justin M. Kennedy of Litherland, Kennedy & Associates explains what this change means, which assets are exempt, and why 2025 is a crucial window for families to engage in Medi-Cal planning to protect eligibility, preserve assets, … [Read more...] about The Medi-Cal Asset Test is Returning in 2026 – What You Need to Know About Eligibility (VIDEO)
2024 Inherited IRA New Regulations (VIDEO)
In this vlog, LKA Attorney Justin M. Kennedy discusses the impact of the final regulations issued on July 19, 2024, by the Department of the Treasury updating the required minimum distribution rules in response to the SECURE and SECURE 2.0 Acts. Transcript: Hello, I'm attorney Justin M. Kennedy with Litherland, Kennedy and Associates, a California estate planning and elder care law firm. On July 19, 2024, the Department of the Treasury and the IRS issued final regulations updating … [Read more...] about 2024 Inherited IRA New Regulations (VIDEO)
National Long-Term Care Awareness Month (VIDEO)
In this Vlog, Litherland, Kennedy & Associates Geriatric Care Manager Dedra Jize discusses National Long-Term Care Awareness Month and Five (5) Activities of Daily Living that determine the level of care one may need at home or in a community. … [Read more...] about National Long-Term Care Awareness Month (VIDEO)
Yes, You Need an Estate Plan! (VIDEO)
In this Vlog, Attorney Justin M. Kennedy discusses his new book "Yes, You Need an Estate Plan!" Justin illustrates in this Vlog that everyone over the age of 18 needs some sort of estate plan, and the documents which should be included in an estate plan can change over the course of someone's life. For more information on Justin's book, visit www.attorneyoffice.com/book. … [Read more...] about Yes, You Need an Estate Plan! (VIDEO)
Interview with Dementia Counselor Tami Anastasia Part Four – Transitioning Care to a Long Term Care Community (VIDEO)
In this video, Litherland, Kennedy & Associates Geriatric Care Manager Dedra Jize interviews Dementia Counselor Tami Anastasia about transitioning care to a long term care community. This is the fourth in a series of video discussions between Dedra and Tami and we are excited to be able to provide these helpful resources on dementia and caregiving. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09PHH7G6D. Visit Tami Anastasia's website https://tamianastasia.com/. for information on Caregiver Counseling, … [Read more...] about Interview with Dementia Counselor Tami Anastasia Part Four – Transitioning Care to a Long Term Care Community (VIDEO)
Interview with Dementia Counselor Tami Anastasia Part Three – Communication and Dementia (VIDEO)
In this video, Litherland, Kennedy & Associates Geriatric Care Manager Dedra Jize interviews Dementia Counselor Tami Anastasia about the challenges of effective communication when interacting with someone who has dementia. This is the third in a series of video discussions between Dedra and Tami and we are excited to be able to provide these helpful resources on dementia and caregiving. Visit Tami Anastasia's website https://tamianastasia.com/ for information on Caregiver Counseling, … [Read more...] about Interview with Dementia Counselor Tami Anastasia Part Three – Communication and Dementia (VIDEO)
Interview with Dementia Counselor Tami Anastasia Part Two – Progression of Dementia and Driving (VIDEO)
In this video, Litherland, Kennedy & Associates Geriatric Care Manager Dedra Jize interviews Dementia Counselor Tami Anastasia about the Progression of Dementia and Driving. This is the second in a series of video discussions between Dedra and Tami and we are excited to be able to provide these helpful resources on dementia and caregiving. Visit Tami Anastasia's website https://tamianastasia.com/ for information on Caregiver Counseling, Caregiver Support Groups, Dementia Resources … [Read more...] about Interview with Dementia Counselor Tami Anastasia Part Two – Progression of Dementia and Driving (VIDEO)
Interview with Dementia Counselor Tami Anastasia (VIDEO)
In this video, Litherland, Kennedy & Associates Geriatric Care Manager Dedra Jize interviews Dementia Counselor Tami Anastasia about her new book "Essential Strategies for the Dementia Caregiver - Learning to PACE Yourself." This is the first in a series of video discussions between Dedra and Tami and we are excited to be able to provide these helpful resources on dementia and caregiving. To view Part Two in this series of interviews with Dementia Counselor Tami Anastasia regarding … [Read more...] about Interview with Dementia Counselor Tami Anastasia (VIDEO)
Dealing with Stress and Anxiety (Video)
In this Vlog, Geriatric Care Manager Dedra Jize offers some important advice on dealing with stress and anxiety. Litherland, Kennedy & Associates, APC, Attorneys at Law are members of the American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys. If you would like to learn more about the importance of estate planning, we invite you to attend one of our free estate planning webinars. … [Read more...] about Dealing with Stress and Anxiety (Video)
Fall Prevention at Home (VIDEO)
In this Vlog, Geriatric Care Manager Dedra Jize gives some important advice on preventing falls at home. Litherland, Kennedy & Associates, APC, Attorneys at Law are members of the American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys. If you would like to learn more about the importance of estate planning, we invite you to attend one of our free estate planning webinars. … [Read more...] about Fall Prevention at Home (VIDEO)
