Elder Law News

Medicare generally does not cover routine blood-based Alzheimer's screening tests under current law. That could change with the Alzheimer's Screening and Prevention (ASAP) Act.

If you qualify for both Medicare and Medicaid, you have the option to enroll in a Dual Eligible Special Needs Plan (D-SNP). Not every D-SNP works the same way, and the best plan on paper isn't [...]

Abuse and neglect in long-term care can be difficult to detect, especially when a resident has cognitive decline or communication difficulties, or fears retaliation. You do not need to determine [...]

Government-impersonation scammers target older adults because they may assume they have savings, established credit, and less familiarity with newer digital tactics.

Many older adults are protected from housing discrimination through the federal Fair Housing Act (FHA)'s disability protections.

Before a loved one with dementia moves into an assisted living facility, families should consider what services the facility provides and whether it can meet the needs of their loved one.

A Dual Eligible Special Needs Plan (D-SNP) is a type of Medicare Advantage plan designed for people who have both Medicare and Medicaid.

Financial infidelity is often associated with secret credit cards, hidden debt, or undisclosed spending. But it can also involve one of a couple's most important long-term assets: retirement savings.

Traditional approaches to dementia care have often focused on what is lost, such as memory, independence, and cognitive function. A recent webinar explores models that recognize people living [...]

Receiving a Notice of Medicare Non-Coverage can feel alarming, especially while you're recovering from an illness or surgery.