Elder Law News
From Enea, Scanlan & Sirignano, LLP August 2024
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New York's Elder Law Team
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Enea, Scanlan & Sirignano, LLP is delighted to announce that Anthony J. Enea, Esq., managing partner, will be honored at the Westchester County Bar Foundation's 13th Annual Benefit and Silent Auction on Tuesday, October 29, 2024 at Fenway Golf Club in Scarsdale.
The evening will feature a cocktail reception, hors d'oeuvres, buffet dinner, dessert, and a silent auction. Proceeds from the Benefit will support the Foundation’s Fellowship Program.
The Westchester County Bar Foundation is the charitable arm of the Westchester County Bar Association and is dedicated to improving the administration of justice and fostering a better public understanding of the law.
Anthony J. Enea is a past president of the Foundation, having served in that capacity for eight years. During his time as a board member and president, the Foundation has financed a two-year public interest law fellowship and, under his leadership, is now able to continue the program for the near future. The Fellow provides legal services to the county's underserved and indigent residents under the auspices of a not-for-profit legal services provider in Westchester. The fellowship also provides training to a new lawyer who otherwise might not have the opportunity to do public interest work.
For further details and ticket/sponsorship information, please click the link below, or alternatively call our office at (914) 948-1500.
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Estate Planning for College Students: Why It’s Important and How to Get Started
By: Lauren C. Enea, Esq.
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Every August the parents of college bound students usually add to their child’s “pre move-in check list” that they meet with an estate planning attorney to prepare a Health Care Proxy and Power of Attorney for them. I have always admired these young students and their families for taking the time to do this important task. You might not think of a college student as an individual who needs Advanced Directives or a Last Will and Testament, but these documents, even if simple in form and substance, can provide significant peace of mind and protection.
Why Estate Planning Matters for College Students:
1. Health Care Decisions: If a college student is involved in an accident or falls seriously ill, the student’s parent or guardian may not have the authority to make decisions for them by virtue of being their parent or guardian if the student is over the age of 18 (which most college bound students are). While in New York, the Family Health Care Decision Making Act, allowing next of kin to handle medical decisions may be used for surrogate decision making in a hospital setting, many children choose to go to college outside of the State of New York. Generally speaking, a parent’s right to make medical decisions for their child and gain access to their medical information terminates once the child reaches age of majority. An advance directive or health care proxy allows students to designate someone to make those decisions if they’re unable to communicate their wishes. This is a very important document for everyone over the age of eighteen to have.
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A Recipe For Asset Protection: Long Term Care Insurance and Medicaid
By: Stella King, Esq.
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The U.S. Administration on Aging estimates that 70% of Americans over the age of 65 will require long-term care services, such as home care, assisted living, or skilled nursing. The major question is always how to pay for this care, the cost of which can be astronomical.
While one could exhaust their assets until they qualify for Medicaid, a better alternative is to transfer assets to an Irrevocable Medicaid Asset Protection Trust (MAPT) when one is healthy enough to ensure the passage of the infamous “five-year lookback period.” Another option is to purchase Long Term Care Insurance (LTCI), which is expensive if not purchased when one is younger. A traditional LTCI policy will pay for all or a portion of the cost of an aide at home, a stay at an assisted living residence (or memory care facility for those with Alzheimer’s / Dementia), or the daily rate at a skilled nursing facility (SNF).
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2024 Walk to End Alzheimer's of Westchester County
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Enea, Scanlan & Sirignano, LLP is proud to sponsor the 2024 Westchester Walk to End Alzheimer's held at Westchester Community College on Sunday, October 6th at noon. Together we unite to help end Alzheimer's for the more than 6 million Americans living with the disease.
Team Enea, Scanlan & Sirignano, LLP walks to help the Alzheimer's Association® provide care and support to all those facing Alzheimer's and all other dementia, and advance critical research.
Join us at our exhibitor booth before and after the walk!
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Happy National Senior Citizens Day
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Wisdom, experience, and resilience come with age. As National Senior Citizens Day approaches on Wednesday, August 21, we honor our older generation whose strength and knowledge continue to guide and inspire us every day!
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Upcoming Speaking Engagements
Featuring the Attorneys of Enea, Scanlan & Sirignano, LLP
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Tuesday, September 10, 2024 from 5:30-6:30pm Lauren C. Enea, Esq. will be speaking on “Accountable Aging: Preparing for the Elder Years” Hosted by: North Castle Public Library 19 Whippoorwill Rd E, Armonk, NY 10504 To register, visit: https://tinyurl.com/NorthCastleLibrary
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Thursday, September 12, 2024 from 2:00-3:00pm Anthony J. Enea, Esq. will be speaking on “Protecting Clients from Financial Elder Abuse and Senior Scams” Hosted by: Lawline Webinar To register, visit: https://tinyurl.com/yjbvmphe
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Monday, September 16, 2024 from 1:00-2:00pm Sara E. Meyers, Esq. will be speaking on “Aging in Place: A Guide to Growing Older at Home” Hosted by: Yonkers NNORC Webinar For more information, please contact our office at (914) 948-1500.
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Tuesday, September 17, 2024 from 12:00-1:00pm Anthony J. Enea, Esq. will be speaking on “Planning Considerations for New York's New Medicaid Eligibility Requirements for Long-Term Care” Hosted by: NYSSCPA’s Manhattan/Bronx Chapter Webinar For more information, please contact our office at (914) 948-1500.
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Tuesday, September 17, 2024 from 7:00-8:30pm Sara E. Meyers, Esq. will be speaking on “Utilizing A Trust For Your Elder Law and Estate Planning Needs” Hosted by: Chappaqua Continuing Education Horace Greeley HS, 70 Roaring Brook Rd, Chappaqua, NY 10514 To register, visit: https://bit.ly/43cEkpK
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Thursday, September 19, 2024 from 12:20-1:30pm Anthony J. Enea, Esq. will be speaking on “Aging in Place with Medicaid Home Care” Hosted by: Rockland County Bar Association Webinar For more information, visit: www.rocklandbar.org
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Thursday, September 19, 2024 from 6:00-7:00pm Sara E. Meyers, Esq. will be speaking on “Accountable Aging: Preparing for the Elder Years” Hosted by: Hudson River Community Education Dobbs Ferry Middle School, 505 Broadway, Dobbs Ferry, NY 10522 To register, visit: https://hrcewestchester.org
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The Talking Seniors podcast is currently on break.
Take a listen to some of the episodes from last season.
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Episode 13: What to Discuss with Family When an Alzheimer's Diagnosis Occurs
Anthony J. Enea, Esq. interviews Joan Nimmo of The Alzheimer's Association about the important conversations that are necessary when a diagnosis of Alzheimer's occurs within the family.
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