The Elder Law Blog

The firm of Britton G. Swank, P.A. is dedicated to guiding you in the right direction to help you provide for yourself and your loved ones no matter what the future holds. Browse through our articles related to various Elder Law topics.

Helpful Technology Tips For The Aging Loved Ones In Your Life

Jul 26, 2022 | Blog, Long-Term Care

Do you and your family have aging loved ones who are able to still be in their own homes? Are you and your family concerned, though, that your loved ones may not be staying engaged with family and friends? Are you also concerned about their health and safety as they...

Key Tips For Caring for a Loved One With Dementia

Jul 12, 2022 | Blog, Long-Term Care

Do you have a loved one in your family with dementia? Are you the primary caregiver for your loved one? Unfortunately, one of the most challenging aspects of witnessing a loved one struggle with dementia may be the sadness and confusion he or she may experience. In...

Tips for Helping an Elderly Loved One Facing the Early Signs of Alzheimer’s Disease

Jun 28, 2022 | Blog, Guardianship

Do you have an elderly loved one who has been recently diagnosed with Alzheimer’s Disease? As the caregiver of your loved one, have you begun to see signs of Alzheimer’s? Were you aware that Alzheimer’s impacts millions of senior adults? Did you know that Alzheimer’s...

Questions to Ask a Potential Long-Term Care Facility for Your Elderly Parent

Jun 14, 2022 | Blog, Long-Term Care

Have you been the primary caregiver for your elderly parent in your home? Are you concerned that the level of care that your elderly parent may now require may be getting beyond your ability to safely care for him or her in your own home? In addition, because you have...

3 Ways to Help Your Mother Age in Place During National Elder Law Month

May 24, 2022 | Blog, Guardianship

Does your mother live on her own? Does she enjoy good health? If your answers are yes, that is good news. Are you aware that during the month of May, National Elder Law Month is celebrated? During the month, elder law attorneys get out into their communities to...

3 Tips for Caring for Aging Florida Parents During National Older Americans Month

May 10, 2022 | Blog, Medicaid

Did you realize that because May is National Older Americans Month, we have a wonderful opportunity to honor and celebrate senior adults across the country and right here in Florida? During this month we can also raise awareness about the many challenges they face. In...

The Hazards of DIY Estate Planning for Your Beneficiaries

Apr 26, 2022 | Blog, Estate Planning

Are you one of the many creative people who enjoy do-it-yourself projects? Do you take pride in hanging your own wallpaper, laying your own tile floor or sewing your own wardrobe? How about a do-it-yourself estate plan? Is it better to have a DIY estate plan than to...

Protect Your Aging Parents on This National Clean Out Your Medicine Cabinet Day

Apr 12, 2022 | Blog, Guardianship

Have you ever thought about assisting your aging parents in cleaning out their medicine cabinet? A good day to complete this task would be the third Friday in the month of April which is recognized as National Clean Out Your Medicine Cabinet Day. When it comes to...

Protecting Yourself by Planning for Florida Medicaid Early

Mar 22, 2022 | Blog, Medicaid

As a Florida senior, do you have a long-term care plan? Are you aware that the average stay in a nursing home is over $10,000? Do you have long-term care insurance, are you planning to use your own funds for private pay or are you hoping to use Medicare or some type...

Reasons Why We Discuss Planning for Medicaid Early with Florida Seniors

Mar 8, 2022 | Blog, Medicaid

Are you a senior adult living in Florida and getting ready to enjoy your golden years? If so, are you doing any planning for your future including any long-term care needs you may have? Are you depending on your current health insurance? Are you certain you will be...