Nancy A. Cogar, Attorney at Law
130 Jordan Drive
Chattanooga, TN 37421
(423) 892-2006
https://www.chattanoogaelderlaw.com/
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Chattanooga's Elder Law Advocate
July 2023
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Study: Certain Social Risks May Cause Early Death in Seniors
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Using survey data from more than 8,000 adults aged 65 and older, researchers have identified eight social factors that may lead to early death in older adults. |
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An Epidemic: Substance Abuse a Growing Problem Among Seniors
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More and more seniors are facing a substance use disorder problem that in large part has remained silent.
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On Medicare? What You'll Pay for Now That the PHE Has Ended
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The COVID-19 Public Health Emergency offically ended in May 2023. Certain policies that were implemented in early 2020 during the PHE will now expire.
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Some States Testing Out Medicaid Coverage for Healthy Food
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Under a federal pilot program, a number of states are using Medicaid funds to cover healthy food costs for Medicaid recipients.
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News You Can Use
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Modifying an Irrevocable Trust Through Trust Decanting
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Many individuals are concerned when they hear the term "irrevocable" trust, as they equate the permanency of the term "irrevocable" with the idea that such a trust can never be changed. |
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3 Common Probate Questions: Estate Planning Basics
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Some assets transfer directly to heirs after a person's death. Other assets must go through a process known as probate. |
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6 Facets of Estate Planning That LGBTQ+ Couples Should Know
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For LGBTQ+ couples, estate planning may be more important than they realize. |
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Do You Need a HIPAA Release?
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The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) is a federal law that protects patients' privacy. |
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