Published on January 29, 2020. Last Updated on October 14, 2025. On December 20, 2019, Congress passed one of the most significant pieces of
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Will Your Legacy Survive the Next Generation?
I’ll never forget a story a client once shared with me. Her father had spent his entire life building a successful business. He passed away,
Keep Loved Ones at Home: Legal and Practical Guidance for Family Caregivers
Published on February 10, 2022. Last Updated on October 7, 2025. As an elder law attorney, I can tell you that in all my
How to Help Your Loved One Avoid Isolation: A Guide for Families and Caregivers
Published on March 1, 2022. Last Updated on September 30, 2025. As an elder law attorney, I often see how social isolation can deeply
Inside Legend of Lancaster: A Compassionate Approach to Personal and Memory Care
On a recent episode of The Red Wagon Estate Planning & Elder Law Show, Jeff sat down with Sarah Bucher of Legend of Lancaster,
Why Didn’t the Nursing Facility Tell Us?
Published on March 9, 2023. Last Updated on September 23, 2025. As an elder law attorney, I frequently meet with families who feel overwhelmed
10 Things You Should Leave Out of Your Will
Over the years, we’ve seen just how much thought and love people pour into their wills. It makes sense because a will is one of
Family Conflicts Over Caregiving: How to Protect Relationships and Plan Ahead
Published on June 8, 2023. Last Updated on September 16, 2025. As an elder law attorney, I often see how family relationships can become
Seven Financial Considerations When Downsizing for Retirement
For many people, retirement is not just about leaving the workforce; it’s about starting a new chapter. That new chapter often comes with the question,
Life Care Planning: More Important Now than Ever in Our Post-Pandemic World
Published on February 15, 2024. Last Updated on September 9, 2025. As an elder law attorney, I have seen firsthand how the COVID-19 pandemic changed
Why Aren’t More Older Adults Planning for Long-Term Care?
At Bellomo & Associates, one of the biggest surprises we see in families is just how unprepared many older adults are for the reality of
What the New One Big Beautiful Bill Means for Your Family’s Future
Helen was sitting at her kitchen table on a warm July afternoon when her daughter called. “Mom,” Karen said, “you and Dad need to











