Senior & Family Planning
Elder Law
Elder law helps seniors and their families plan ahead for long-term care costs, medical decision-making, and asset protection — before a crisis forces difficult decisions.
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Elder Law Planning Areas
A comprehensive elder law plan addresses four interconnected areas that protect seniors and their families.
Medicaid planning
Long-term nursing home care can cost $6,000–$12,000 per month. Medicaid can cover these costs, but strict asset and income limits apply. Proactive Medicaid planning — ideally years before care is needed — can help preserve significant assets for a spouse or family while still qualifying for benefits.
Powers of Attorney
A durable power of attorney designates someone to make financial decisions on your behalf if you become incapacitated. A healthcare power of attorney (or healthcare proxy) names someone to make medical decisions. These documents are essential — without them, a court may need to appoint a guardian, which is expensive and time-consuming.
Long-term care planning
Planning for long-term care involves more than just finances. We help families evaluate options — aging in place, assisted living, memory care, nursing facilities — and create legal structures that give caregivers the authority they need while protecting the senior's interests and dignity.
Guardianship and conservatorship
When an adult can no longer manage their own affairs and has no power of attorney in place, a court may need to appoint a guardian (for personal decisions) or conservator (for financial decisions). We represent family members seeking guardianship and help ensure the process is handled with compassion and efficiency.
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