When Nancy and her husband, Bob, first came to my office, they were overwhelmed. Bob had recently been diagnosed with early-stage dementia, and Nancy was
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The Value of Living Wills
When I ask our younger clients if they would like to complete a Health Care Directive, they often say no, stating that they are too
It’s Not Enough Just to Have Documents Proofed!
After receiving your Estate Planning documents, one of the most important steps to take is to ensure that all doctors and organizations making up your
Life Care Planning: More Important Now than Ever
Life Care Planning is a holistic, care-focused approach in Estate Planning and Elder Law firms. A Life Care Planning law firm like ours has an
A Happy Medicaid Client
One thing has become clear to me over my 20-year career: Being a lawyer is not for the faint of heart. Oftentimes, we end up
Medicare vs Medicaid
What Jargon Should I Learn As I Age? Medicare, Medicaid, Medigap, and Metamucil … There are so many words that one needs to know
Long-Term Care and Retirement Accounts
We often say in our workshops that long-term care planning is a team sport. A family’s key advisors must be a part of the planning
Do Your Family a Favor and Pre-Plan your Funeral
There are many great gifts that you can give your family. However, pre-planning your funeral is one that your family will thank you for the
Education Education Education
The purpose of Bellomo & Associates is to educate our clients so what happened to my family in the hospital does not happen to yours.
Personal Care Plans for Special Needs
Planning starts with documents. When making a plan for our loved ones with disabilities, documents are simply the first step. As a baseline, these documents
Important Information to Protect Seniors
Everyone must protect our seniors. Children are the first line of protection, but sometimes they are also the issue. Our entire society needs to work
Complex Planning Can Turn Out Well
I believe that the most rewarding and satisfying work is Special Needs Planning. It is gratifying to know that you helped an individual and enabled