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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.
Don’t rely on Medicare or Medicaid for your long-term care
Americans are living longer than ever, and this trend is expected to continue. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the number of Americans aged 100 and older is expected to quadruple over the next 30 years, from an estimated 101,000 in 2024 to about 422,000 in 2054....
How a proposed Medicare Part E could benefit Americans
In June 2025, House Democrats Jimmy Gomez (CA) and Don Beyer (VA) reintroduced the Choose Medicare Act, with Senators Jeff Merkley (OR) and Chris Murphy (CT) sponsoring its Senate companion. The bill would establish a Medicare Part E: a public-option version of...
New Social Security rule means more travel for older adults
The Center on Budget and Policy Priorities (CBPP) has sounded the alarm about a shift in Social Security service delivery that could profoundly affect older adults and individuals with disabilities. The Trump administration, working with the Department of Government...
August 2025 newsletter covers Social Security, Medicare ‘Part E’ and long-term care
Earlier today, we released R. F. Meyer & Associates’ August 2025 e-newsletter. If you did not receive it by email, please find a link below to access it in PDF form from our website. We’ve got three interesting articles for you this month, covering: A new Social...
How continuing to work affects Social Security benefits
Many Americans nearing retirement age face a financial decision: Should they stop working entirely when they begin collecting Social Security benefits or continue to work? There is no one-size-fits-all answer. Each person’s situation is unique and depends on various...
Investigation uncovers food insecurity in nursing homes
Nutrition plays an essential role in the healthy aging. The American Medical Association (AMA) reports that healthy eating reduces mortality by 20 percent. Adequate nutrition is of particular importance for older adults with complex medical needs who reside in...
Can I gift my kids $19,000 a year and apply for Medicaid?
If you have money to give your children, you certainly can, but you should be aware that you may face consequences should you apply for Medicaid long-term care coverage within five years after each gift. In 2025, you can give up to $19,000 to any one individual and...
July 2025 newsletter starts with some company news
Dear clients and friends, Earlier this morning, we released the July 2025 e-newsletter from R. F. Meyer & Associates. If you did not receive it by email, please see the link below, to access it in PDF from our website. This month, the newsletter leads with some...
Fighting a discharge from an assisted living facility
Every year, thousands of assisted living facility (ALF) residents suddenly find themselves facing eviction when their health worsens. It is also not unusual for facilities to kick out or refuse to admit people who are eligible for Medicaid, even though these...