Elder Law Services in Michigan

Elder Law is an area of the law that addresses issues affecting the elderly, including estate planning, retirement benefits, coordination and financing of elder care, governmental benefits (Social Security, Medicaid, Veteran’s Benefits, etc.), protecting the elderly from abuse, and advocating for the rights of the elderly. Our attorneys and staff assist the elderly and their families every day with these and other issues.

We welcome you to read more about our services below. Or contact Estate Planning & Elder Law Services for a free initial consultation.

Elder Law Services in Michigan

Medicaid Planning

The impact that long term care costs can have on you and your family should not be ignored. Here are the facts: The average monthly cost of a nursing care facility in Michigan is $8,084. Roughly 1 out of 4 Americans ages 55-79 is severely disabled. Read More

Veterans Benefits

While the Veteran’s Administration (VA) offers numerous benefits programs to veterans, there is one little known program that can greatly improve the lives of elderly veterans and their surviving spouses in need of medical assistance and care t… Read More

Elder Transitions Planning ™

One of the most confusing and stressful times for Michigan seniors and their families is when they must transition from complete independence to some level of dependence, whether it be the need for in-home care, or the need to reside in a senior livi… Read More

Elder Rights Advocacy

Our attorneys and professional team are aggressive advocates for the rights of our elderly clients. This typically involves advocating for senior citizens who are victims of elder abuse, as well as advocating for the elder’s right to proper car… Read More

Financial Exploitation of Elders

Financial exploitation is defined as the illegal or improper use of an elder’s funds, property, or assets. Michigan defines financial “exploitation” as: “an action that involves the misuse of an adult’s funds, property,… Read More

Physical Abuse of Elders

Physical abuse is defined as the use of physical force that may result in bodily injury, physical pain, or impairment. Michigan law defines “abuse” to mean: “harm or threatened harm to an adult’s health or welfare caused by an… Read More

Elder Neglect and Self-Neglect

Neglect is defined as the refusal or failure to fulfill any part of a person’s obligations or duties to an elder. Neglect may also include failure of a person who has fiduciary responsibilities to provide care for an elder (e.g., pay for necess… Read More

Recent Blog Posts

Jun

The Medicaid Child Caretaker Exception

June 10th, 2019

As you age, there’s an increasing chance that you may need long-term care in a nursing home or other facility. When you do, there’s also a chance you may need the help of Medicaid to pay for it; most people can’t afford to bear the high cost of… Read More

May

Should You Convert Your IRA to a Roth?

May 28th, 2019

Prior to 2010, only taxpayers with an adjusted gross income (AGI) of less than $100,000 had the ability to convert their non-deductible or deductible Individual Retirement Accounts (IRAs) to a Roth IRA. In 2010, however, Congress extended that option… Read More

May

Elder Law Month 2019

May 21st, 2019

It’s May! The snow has finally melted away, spring has well and truly sprung, and, of course, it’s National Elder Law Month. We don’t mark Elder Law Month with pageants and parades, but we do mark it—and we hope you will, too. As always, a br… Read More

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