Elder Law Answers

12/03/2025

Senior Community Resident Fails to Show Breach of Contract

The Tennessee Court of Appeals affirmed a trial court’s order granting partial summary judgment in favor of a senior...

12/02/2025

Kick off the 20th Annual Academy of Special Needs Planners (ASNP) National Conference with presessions on April 29. Choose from two dedicated learning tracks—one for attorneys and another for financial planners. Learn more and register here: https://bit.ly/4ov6g10

12/01/2025

How to Prevent Long-Term Care Insurance Claim Denials

Understanding why long-term care insurance denials happen and how to avoid them can save families significant stress and expense.

11/28/2025

Spendthrift Provision in Trust Did Not Bar Estate Recovery

The Tennessee Court of Appeals affirmed a trial court's ruling that TennCare's claim for reimbursement of amounts it p...

11/26/2025

How Medicare Changes in 2026 Will Affect Older Adults

Medicare is rolling out several important changes in 2026 that are intended to lower prescription drug costs, strengthen consumer protections, and test ...

11/25/2025

Older Adults, Veterans Affected by Reduced SNAP Benefits

Older adults and veterans often have small financial cushions and special dietary or mobility needs. Even a short pause in SNAP benefits can produce imm...

11/21/2025

HHS Suspends Appeals of Nursing Home Staffing Minimums

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) recently moved to dismiss its appeals in two federal cases chal...

11/19/2025

Affordable Housing Is Getting Scarce for Older Adults

Despite over 2 million older adults receiving federal rental assistance, only about one in three older adults who need federal rental assistance receive...

11/14/2025

We are excited to announce that registration is now open for the 20th Annual Academy of Special Needs Planners (ASNP) National Conference! Join us in Miami, Florida, April 30 and May 1, 2026, with optional presessions April 29.

This year, we’re celebrating with an extraordinary learning experience that sets new standards for professional education in our field. Take advantage of early bird pricing by registering today!

11/12/2025

Getting Help for a Parent With Memory Loss

Many people mistake dementia symptoms for normal aging. However, memory problems and marked cognitive decline are not considered a normal part of aging ...

11/10/2025

2.8 Percent COLA Increase for 2026 Social Security Benefits

On October 24, 2025, the Social Security Administration (SSA) announced that Social Security beneficiaries will receive a 2.8 percent cost-of-living adj...

11/06/2025

Emotional Wellness Among Older Adults in Long-Term Care

Older adults in long-term care face notable emotional health challenges. According to data from 2022, depression affects more than 25 percent of residen...