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Biden Proposes Major Nursing Home Reforms, Most Extensive "In Decades"
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Brian A. Raphan, Esq.
- Apr 28
- 2 min
Home Health Aide Costs See the Sharpest Increase in Annual Long-Term Care Survey
Home Health Aide & Nursing Home Costs Rise in the New York Area
Matthew S. Raphan, Esq.
- Jan 5
- 3 min
This month: Alzheimer's Today magazine, featuring an article by Matthew S. Raphan, Esq.
What a guardianship often lacks though, is guidance and decisions from the person it impacts the most—and the reason they are implemented is
Brian A. Raphan, Esq.
- Nov 1, 2021
- 1 min
How To Plan For Life Changes
Quickly learn about the essential legal documents that will help you plan for future care and ensure your wishes are met. Free Download...
Samantha Benadiba, Esq
- May 8, 2021
- 2 min
Don't Miss Your Chance For Free Homecare
Very good Medicaid news decided this month! The New York State Department of Health has further delayed the start of the 2.5 year...
Brian A. Raphan, Esq.
- Nov 5, 2020
- 10 min
How to financially plan for an Alzheimer’s or Dementia diagnosis
To help those who have been diagnosed and their families plan for future expenses, below is a guide which discusses the legal and...
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.
- Jun 10, 2020
- 2 min
Four Ways the Coronavirus Pandemic May Affect Long-Term Care Insurance
The coronavirus pandemic has had a devastating impact on the elderly, particularly those in nursing homes and other long-term care facilitie
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.
- Mar 6, 2019
- 2 min
Medicaid isn’t just for Nursing Homes: #Homecare
Traditionally, Medicaid has paid for long-term care in a nursing home, but because most individuals would rather be cared for at home and...
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.
- Mar 20, 2018
- 3 min
Should you sign that Nursing Home Admissions Agreement you were given?
Read the agreement carefully before signing. Nursing Home Agreements can be complicated and confusing Admitting a loved one to a nursing...
Brian A. Raphan, Esq.
- Jul 18, 2017
- 2 min
New Protections for Nursing Home Residents
New Obama-era rules designed to give nursing home residents more control of their care are gradually going into effect. The rules give...
Brian A. Raphan, Esq.
- Dec 16, 2015
- 5 min
How To Look Out for a Relative in a Nursing Home
The best ways to make sure your loved one gets the care that was promised. Finally, after ticking off the last item on a lengthy list of...
Brian A. Raphan, Esq.
- Nov 10, 2015
- 2 min
Seeking long-term care? How your local Ombudsman can help…
OMBUDSMAN: What is the Program/Service Via www.aging.ny.gov Educating, empowering and advocating for long-term care residents. The...
Brian A. Raphan, Esq.
- Jun 30, 2015
- 2 min
Appeals Court Upholds Class Certification of Nursing Home Residents Seeking Community-Based Alternat
A U.S. Court of Appeals upholds a district court ruling that granted class certification to a group of disabled nursing home residents...
Brian A. Raphan, Esq.
- Jan 2, 2015
- 1 min
A great way to enhance quality of life for elder New Yorkers
Activities for Life NY, LLC offers an amazing service that has been helping enhance the quality of life for many of our clients. My law...
Brian A. Raphan, Esq.
- Dec 3, 2014
- 2 min
WHY IRREVOCABLE TRUSTS VS OUTRIGHT GIFTING
So, why complicate things with a trust? Why not just keep the planning as simple and inexpensive as possible? The short answer is that...
Brian A. Raphan, Esq.
- Sep 17, 2014
- 4 min
Can you sue for Bedsores or Pressure Sores?
2/22/2018 Law Firm added Free Booklet Bedsores should not happen while in a nursing home or hospital. Often they are due to neglect and...