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Welcome to the blog of R. F. Meyer & Associates, where we share company news and informative articles related to our Elder Law, Probate and Estate Planning legal practice.
Survey shows long-term care costs continue to rise
As most of us go through our daily routines, it is hard to imagine needing help with essential daily tasks. However, research shows that most Americans over age 65 will need daily help, in the form of Long-Term Care at some point, and the costs for this care continue...
Home safety for aging in place: A guide for older adults
Aging in place, the ability to live safely and independently in one’s home as long as possible, is a goal for many seniors. However, as we grow older, our homes may require modifications to ensure safety, comfort, and accessibility. Whether you are planning to live in...
Report: Americans overwhelmingly support Social Security
At a time when the nation is deeply divided across political lines, Americans can agree on at least one thing: Social Security benefits should not only be preserved but strengthened — even if that means they have to pay more to address the program’s long-term...
April 2025 newsletter – An issue that unites us: Support for Social Security
We recently issued R. F. Meyer & Associates’ April 2025 e-newsletter. If you did not receive it by email, please find a link below to open it in PDF version from our website. We share a few interesting articles with you in this edition, starting with one about how...
An Elder Law attorney can help you get Medicaid home care
The over-65 crowd is growing dramatically. Millions of Baby Boomers are transitioning into older adulthood and are living longer than previous generations. According to recent U.S. Census Bureau data, the U.S. population over the age of 65 is expected to balloon from...
Protecting your parents’ assets from nursing home costs
The aging U.S. population means that more people will likely need nursing home care in the coming decades. Meanwhile, the cost of nursing home care is increasing — and expected to keep increasing. With the exorbitant cost of nursing home care, many families worry...
Wendy Williams case shines spotlight on guardianships
Dementia is on the rise and is affecting millions of families across the United States. As dementia erodes a person’s mental faculties, they lose the ability to manage their life. This can lead to losing money through bad financial decisions or a higher risk of injury...
Celebrity guardianship case headlines our March 2025 newsletter
Today, we released our March 2025 e-newsletter from R. F. Meyer & Associates. If you didn’t receive it by email, please find a link below to access it in PDF form from our website. Our March 2025 edition addresses three important topics. The articles cover: Wendy...
Four key Medicare changes to be aware of in 2025
Takeaways Updates to Medicare coverage in 2025 include higher costs for Parts A and B, a new option to pay for Part D prescription drugs on a monthly basis, and a cap on out-of-pocket costs for prescription drugs. In addition, Medicare coverage of some telehealth...