by David D. Nesbit, Esq. | Mar 6, 2017 | Caregiver Support, Finances, Home care
Part I of II Rarely, if ever, does anyone express a preference to leave their home to receive care in a licensed personal care home or skilled nursing facility. There truly is no place like home. Often, the final wish of a parent’s last will and testament is to give...
by Keystone Elder Law | Dec 28, 2016 | Finances, Medicaid, Sentinel Articles
A gift consists not in what is done or given, but in the intention of the giver or doer – Seneca This quote resonates with me when I think of making a gift. Studies on human behavior have found that gift giving is a surprisingly complex part of human interaction...
by David D. Nesbit, Esq. | Dec 5, 2016 | Aging, Caregiver Support, Finances, Health Care System, Medicaid, Nursing Homes, Safety, Sentinel Articles
Over four years ago, attorney Jessica Greene and I met with Sentinel editor Naomi Creason to offer to write weekly articles. Whether or not Naomi really believed that we would be able to create fresh content weekly, she treated us seriously. We appreciate the...
by Keystone Elder Law | Nov 2, 2016 | Finances, Sentinel Articles
Many older individuals face the challenge of living on a fixed income despite a rise in expenses, especially real estate taxes. This is especially true for those individuals who own or operate farmland. There are, however, programs available to help ease the burden...
by David D. Nesbit, Esq. | May 23, 2016 | Finances, Nursing Homes, Sentinel Articles
Six years after starting Keystone Elder Law is a good milepost to be reflective as we observe Elder Law Month during May. Whether you are in your retirement years, or are helping a loved one who is, Keystone Elder Law’s experience and services are relevant. To...
by David D. Nesbit, Esq. | May 17, 2016 | Estate Planning, Finances, Nursing Homes, Sentinel Articles
As we observe Elder Law Month in May, it seems appropriate to share some common misunderstandings or myths about long-term care. This article challenges general sensibilities of planning for and paying for long term care. The role of an elder law attorney is to a...
