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October 2025
The Care Your Family Needs
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OCTOBER 17, 2025
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October is Special Needs Month
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Elder law is an umbrella term for legal services concerning seniors and individuals with special needs, covering areas like estate planning, long-term care planning, public benefits and fiduciary issues (like powers of attorney). Special needs planning involves the financial and legal framework to provide for a person with a disability, ensuring their future well-being and continued eligibility for government benefits like Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and Medicaid.
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How to Know When to Update Your Estate Plan
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Updating your estate plan regularly helps ensure that your assets are distributed as you intend, your beneficiaries are properly provided for, and your chosen decision-makers are still able and willing to serve.
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Baby Boomers and Beyond: Working Far Past Retirement Age
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Nearly half a million Americans over the age of 80 are still working. For some, the choice to keep working is about staying active and engaged. For others, it's necessary.
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Get Social Security Benefits by Check? Prepare for Change
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The Social Security Adminstration urges all recipients of Social Security, Supplemental Security Income (SSI), and other government benefits to switch to electronic payments as the agency transitions away from paper checks.
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What Most People Don't Know About Durable Powers of Attorney
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A durable power of attorney is a legal document that allows a trusted individual to make financial or health care decisions on your behalf if you become unable to handle your own affairs.
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6 States to Pilot Prior Authorizations for Original Medicare
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Under a new pilot program slated to launch in January 2026, Original Medicare recipients in six states will need to secure prior authorizations for certain services.
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Finding a Reputable Funeral Home
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Whether you are planning your own funeral in advance as part of your estate planning process or handling affairs for a loved one who has passed, there are several key considerations to keep in mind when seeking a credible funeral home.
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Legal Guardianship for Children With Special Needs: 3 Steps
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Out of all of the decisions that parents of children with special needs have to confront, the choice of a guardian stands out as one of the most difficult. But parents don't have to dread this decision, especially if they follow these steps.
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Special Needs Planning for Blended Families
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For blended families that include a child with special needs, financial and legal planning extends well beyond the usual parental concerns. But as with all family matters, proactive planning can help.
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30 Questions to Ask When Looking for a Group Home
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The following questions can help guide people with disabilities and their loved ones in deciding if a group home is right for them.
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