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Why Engage an Elder Law Attorney to Prepare Your Medicaid Application By Dutton Casey Mesoloras The Illinois Medical Assistance Program (“Medicaid”) is the health care program for individuals who do not have another form of insurance or whose insurance does not cover what they need, such as nursing home or supportive living care. A significant […]

10 Costly Mistakes to Avoid When Planning for a Loved One with Special Needs By Dutton Casey Mesoloras If you have a loved one who has special needs, planning for them takes extra time and careful consideration. Click here to read a guide by the Academy of Special Needs Planners on 10 Mistakes to Avoid

The Four C’s of Elder Law Ethics By Dutton Casey Mesoloras Your parent or other elder relative is getting legal advice. Why am I left in the waiting room? Shouldn’t you be included? After all, you might be very involved in helping him or her with important matters. Perhaps you even arranged for this appointment.

Care Plans and Family Caregivers By Dutton Casey Mesoloras Whether your loved one is staying at a skilled care facility, also known as a nursing home, for a short term rehabilitation stay or as a permanent resident, you should be asked to participate in a “care plan conference,” or a “quarterly care conference.” Click the

What is the Difference Between Medicare and Medicaid? By Dutton Casey Mesoloras Medicare and Medicaid sound alike, and many people use them interchangeably. However, they are very different programs. Read this article to find out the difference between Medicare and Medicaid.  Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Vivamus quis arcu est. Quisque posuere

Why You Should Choose an Elder Law Attorney for Estate Planning By Dutton Casey Mesoloras You have decided to take the advice of your friends, family and financial planner and have your estate planning documents prepared. Who should you hire – a traditional estate planner, or, an elder law attorney? Read this article to find out

Understanding the Surrogate Decision Makers- Who Decides When Your Patient or Client Can’t By Dutton Casey Mesoloras Understanding the Surrogate Decision Makers- Who Decides When Your Patient or Client Can’t Presented By: Attorney Amy Gjesdahl, JD Date: Wednesday, February 17, 2021 Time: 10:00 AM – 11:00 This session, offered in connection with Amita Behavioral Medicine,

February 2021 Newsletter By Dutton Casey Mesoloras Take a few minutes to read our February Newsletter; it contains helpful information for you and those you care about.  You can read it on our website by clicking the following link: https://duttonelderlaw.com/newsletter/ Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Vivamus quis arcu est. Quisque posuere est arcu,

Elderwerks Caregiver Symposium By Dutton Casey Mesoloras The Elderwerks Caregiver Symposium provides education to caregivers. We understand that it can be very stressful trying to care for those we love who have illnesses that prevent them from performing daily activities. The education provided is designed to help you maintain your sense of self, build some

Legal Care for Yourself or A Loved One who has Special Needs By Dutton Casey Mesoloras If you or a loved one have ‘Special Needs’, plan on attending our program February 23, 2021 at 6:00pm How individuals plan in advance for a family member with special needs can make a significant difference.  Incorrect or inadequate