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.

Tips for Family Caregivers on When to Get Professional Help During the COVID-19 Pandemic

May 25, 2020 | Blog, Estate Planning

Did you know according to one estimate, there are more than 40 million family caregivers in the United States? This means that there are millions of people with different stories, different perspectives and different needs. It also means there are millions of people...

Are There Life Triggers That Should Prompt An Estate Re-Evaluation for Floridians

May 20, 2020 | Blog, Estate Planning, Uncategorized

We know that there is so much going on in your life right now. From social distancing to remote working to kids being out of school, you have a lot on your plate. If you add into that caring for an aging parent or grandparent, or even yourself, you may find yourself...

How You Can Make a Difference with Seniors During Parkinson’s Awareness Month

Apr 29, 2020 | Blog, Estate Planning, Uncategorized

Every year, the world celebrates Parkinson's Awareness Month in April. Whether we are in quarantine or not, this month aims to raise awareness about Parkinson's Disease. Every year, we shed light on this disease that has no cure and no treatment. We look for ways to...

What Is A Charitable Remainder Trust and Why Is It Important If I Have a 401k or IRA?

Apr 27, 2020 | Blog, Estate Planning

Recent legislative changes to laws impacting tax-advantaged retirement accounts like 401ks and IRAs have caused many prospective Florida retirees and estate planners to scramble for alternatives. Fortunately, the charitable remainder trust offers an off-ramp for some...

Protecting Caregivers and Florida Seniors Against the Coronavirus

Mar 23, 2020 | Blog, Estate Planning

Are you a family caregiver? Are you caring for an aging Florida senior? Often, even when we are inundated with information, the right knowledge from a trusted source can put our minds at ease. We can no longer ignore the fact that the Covid-19 virus is spreading...

As a Decade Ends, Is it Time To Reevaluate Your Estate Plan?

Mar 11, 2020 | Blog, Estate Planning

Having an estate plan is an essential part of planning for yourself and your loved ones. A Florida estate plan helps to both create a legacy for you and ensure that your final wishes are respected. While it takes care of many things after your passing, it also...

IADLs v ADLs: What’s The Difference?

Feb 21, 2020 | Blog, Estate Planning

If you are thinking ahead to the possibility of long-term care, either for yourself or a loved one, you probably have a lot of questions. Unfortunately, the high cost of long-term care can devastate your finances if you are not prepared for it. Long-term care costs...

Why You Need a Lawyer for Estate Planning

Feb 12, 2020 | Blog, Estate Planning

Technology is penetrating just about every aspect of our lives. In many ways, it simplifies processes, speeds up timelines, and lowers the cost of getting things done. Even so, some things are still best left to human beings, and estate planning is one of them. Do you...

Should You Change Your Agent Under Your Power of Attorney in the New Year?

Jan 30, 2020 | Blog, Estate Planning

Did you know a power of attorney document gives another person the legal authority to make decisions on your behalf? A power of attorney can authorize the agent you choose to accomplish different tasks for you. The powers granted to your agent under this estate...

5 Reasons to Change Your Decision Maker in 2020

Jan 16, 2020 | Blog, Estate Planning

Estate plans involve a number of critical documents that not only pertain to financial considerations and the legacy you wish to leave, but also health care concerns and end-of-life medical contingencies. Further, each estate planning tool you use requires competent...