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Biden Proposes Major Nursing Home Reforms, Most Extensive "In Decades"
Biden Proposes Major Nursing Home Reforms, Most Extensive "In Decades"
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Brian A. Raphan, Esq.
- Jun 6
- 2 min
A Bill Ending Medicaid Estate Recovery Has Been Introduced.
Rep. Jan Schakowsky (D-Ill.) has introduced The Stop Unfair Medicaid Recoveries Act, which would repeal the requirement that states...
Brian A. Raphan, Esq.
- May 4, 2021
- 1 min
We are excited to announce Jeffrey G. Abrandt, Esq. has joined Raphan Law!
We are excited to announce
Jeffrey G. Abrandt, Esq. has joined Raphan Law!
Brian A. Raphan, Esq.
- Sep 22, 2020
- 1 min
Top Ten Nursing Homes in New York
See the Top 10 List in New York from Caring.com> Of course, when considering a home for your loved one you should also consider factors...
Brian A. Raphan, Esq.
- May 1, 2020
- 3 min
Why Not Just Use an Off-the-Shelf Power of Attorney Form?
There are many do-it-yourself power of attorney forms available; however, it is a good idea to have an attorney draft the form for you.
Brian A. Raphan, Esq.
- Feb 7, 2020
- 2 min
Seniors Who Keep An Active Social Life May Live Longer, Study Finds
Seniors Who Keep An Active Social Life May Live Longer, Study Finds
Brian A. Raphan, Esq.
- Apr 10, 2019
- 2 min
Proving That a Transfer Was Not Made in Order to Qualify for Medicaid
Medicaid law imposes a penalty period for unqualified transfers.
Brian A. Raphan, Esq.
- Jun 17, 2018
- 2 min
Careful…Gifting To Family Can Affect Medicaid Eligibility
Any transfer that you make, however nominal, may be scrutinized. - Matthew S. Raphan, Esq.
Brian A. Raphan, Esq.
- May 1, 2018
- 4 min
How to Talk About Moving to a Retirement Home: ‘It’s a Journey’
Having a conversation about moving — whether it’s with a relative, even a spouse — brings up lots of anxiety. Here’s how to go about it....
Brian A. Raphan, Esq.
- Apr 10, 2018
- 2 min
New Federal Law Helps To Prevent Elder Abuse
A new federal law is designed to address the growing problem of elder abuse. The law supports efforts to better understand, prevent, and...
Brian A. Raphan, Esq.
- Apr 3, 2018
- 4 min
Senior Citizens update: Puerto Rico. Hurricanes effect on elders
Time’s Running Out For Many Frail, Older People In Puerto Rico Heard on Morning Edition SARAH VARNEY NPR After a lifetime of agricultural...
Brian A. Raphan, Esq.
- Apr 3, 2018
- 6 min
Batter up! In the Bronx, Stadium Scents Take Fans Out to the Ballgame
In the Bronx, Stadium Scents Take Fans Out to the Ballgame By COREY KILGANNON MARCH 31, 2018, New York Times Gilbert Marcus, 80, smelled...
Brian A. Raphan, Esq.
- Jan 13, 2018
- 1 min
Bedsores Reference Guide: Lawsuit, Medical, and Treatment information
Have bedsores reached epidemic proportions yet? To many it seems so — especially in elders that are in hospitals and nursing homes — and...
Brian A. Raphan, Esq.
- Jul 6, 2017
- 11 min
Free Services for Seniors or Their Caregivers
Below are 19 Free Services that can come in handy. Via AgingCare.com BY TONY ROVERE Most seniors these days are living on limited incomes...
Brian A. Raphan, Esq.
- Mar 21, 2017
- 4 min
Elder Abuse is a National Epidemic
Via Huffington Post… When Helping Hurts Elder abuse is a national epidemic. Each year in the United States, an estimated 10 percent of...
Brian A. Raphan, Esq.
- Jun 28, 2016
- 2 min
Four Social Security Myths Debunked
There are a lot of misconceptions surrounding the Social Security system. Here are four common myths and the truth about how Social...
Brian A. Raphan, Esq.
- Jun 23, 2016
- 4 min
4 things to put on your to-do list for retirement prep
You may think you need a long and complicated list of tasks to accomplish your retirement goal. But a good place to start is with these...
Brian A. Raphan, Esq.
- Feb 4, 2016
- 3 min
Protecting Your House from Medicaid Estate Recovery
After a Medicaid recipient dies, the state must attempt to recoup from his or her estate whatever benefits it paid for the recipient’s...
Brian A. Raphan, Esq.
- Feb 2, 2016
- 1 min
Medicaid Applicant’s Irrevocable Trust Is an Available Resource Because Trustee Can Make Distr
An Alabama appeals court rules that a Medicaid applicant’s special needs trust is an available resource because the trustee had...
Brian A. Raphan, Esq.
- Jan 8, 2016
- 2 min
Online Retirement Planning Calculators Measure Risk Poorly, Study Finds
If you are retired or are nearing retirement, the main questions on your mind are probably “Will I run out of money in retirement?” and...