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What’s Going On With Health Care Legislation and the Supreme Court, and How Does it Affect Seniors? | Keystone Elder Law – Mechanicsburg, PA
There has been so much discussion about “Obamacare,” the Supreme Court, and what will happen with health care, that maybe you will appreciate this basic information. The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA), otherwise known as “Obamacare” was signed...
Who is Keystone Elder Law? | Keystone Elder Law – Mechanicsburg, PA
On a recent Friday, the Keystone Elder Law staff did something unusual-- we did not answer our phones for several hours! Instead, we invested most of the day to meet with a strategic planning consultant to explore our mission and direction. In preparation for the...
Alzheimer’s Disease Warning Signs That Let You Know It’s Time to Take Away the Keys | Keystone Elder Law – Mechanicsburg, PA
How do you know when it’s time to restrict driving privileges in a person with Alzheimer’s disease? Trust your instincts. If you feel uncomfortable riding with them or letting your children ride along, you have already unconsciously decided that the time has come to...
How to Get the Most Out of Your Doctor Appointments | Keystone Elder Law – Mechanicsburg, PA
All to often, people leave their doctor's office feeling confused. Here are some tips to help you understand the facts at your next doctor's visit. Write out any questions in advance. If you go into your appointment with a list of symptoms, topics, and questions you...
Making Health Care Decisions for a Loved One | Keystone Elder Law – Mechanicsburg, PA
In thirty plus years of working in a hospital, I have talked with many people who have been asked to make a medical decision for a loved one. Frequently they have felt like they had the weight of the world on their shoulders and that they literally were holding their...
