by Tony DelGiorno | Jan 1, 2011 | Elder Law, Health Care, Long-Term Care
Much ado about nothing. That is the phrase that comes to mind when I hear opponents of the recently enacted health reform legislation decry the use of “Death Panels”. These so-called death panels are actually the provision in the health reform law (which was removed)...
by Tony DelGiorno | Oct 1, 2010 | Elder Law, Health Care, Long-Term Care, Medicare/Medicaid
On August 13, 2010, the Illinois Department of Human Services, after several years of delay, issued rules to implement the Deficit Reduction Act of 2005, which will cause great hardship to the elderly who may have given assets or income away and find themselves in...
by Tony DelGiorno | Jul 1, 2010 | Elder Law, Financial Planning, Long-Term Care, Medicare/Medicaid
Trying to avoid Uncle Sam or just being able to hide your assets away is as American as apple pie. However, what you do, how you do it, and when you do it can have harsh consequences, especially for senior citizens. Routinely, I am asked, “Can’t I just give my money...
by Tony DelGiorno | May 1, 2010 | Elder Law, Estate Planning
Grandparents! Do you find yourself as a primary caregiver for your grandchildren? You are not alone. According to an AARP Foundation study in October 2007, there were 103,717 grandparents raising 213,465 grandchildren. However, being a grandparent, by its nature...
by Tony DelGiorno | Oct 1, 2009 | Elder Law, Estate Planning, Financial Planning
Everyday, people open up new bank accounts or go into their bank and add a person to their account. The reasons for doing this are many. First, as a person gets older, it may be more difficult to get out to the store or to keep your bills straight. Therefore, you...
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