Elder & Disability Law

What are Medicaid Benefits?

Medicaid is a federally funded health care program which can pay for long-term care. https://www.medicaid.gov/medicaid/long-term-services-supports/index.html. The MLTSS Medicaid program in New Jersey provides benefits for long-term care in nursing homes and assisted living facilities, as well as in the home. Participation in the Medicaid program is means-tested and strictly regulated.

How Can a Pet Trust Help Elder Orphans and their pets?

Solo agers (and other pet owners) can ensure a life long stream of treats, and continuity of care upon the owner’s disability or death, with a pet trust. A pet trust is a legally enforceable agreement that ensures the pet is cared for if its owner becomes incapacitated or passes away. The solo ager, or other pet owner, establishes the trust by signing a trust document and funding the trust.

What is a life estate?

A life estate is the right retained by the owner of the home to continue using and occupying the home, for the rest of the life of the owner. The owner remains responsible for the carrying costs and maintenance on the home during the life tenancy. The owner typically gives away a remainder interest.