The elderly,
their caretakers and family members often face complicated legal
problems. The same issues often face disabled children and adults and
their family members. Information about the legal system, public
benefits programs, taxation and other issues can be difficult to locate.
Available information may be presented in legal language, making it
impossible for individuals to understand the explanations. Here we
attempt to answer some of the most frequently asked questions about
elder law in a simple, straightforward manner.
Advance
Directives
What is the difference between a "living will" and a
"health care power of attorney?" Which is more important?
Learn more about how to direct the type of health care you will receive
even if you become unable to give specific directions. > Go
Elder
Law
Some attorneys deal primarily with the legal problems facing older
clients and the families who care for them. Is "Elder Law" a
recognized legal specialty? How can you find a qualified elder law
attorney? > Go
Guardianship
for Minors
One increasingly common legal problem facing seniors is the care of
their grandchildren. What are the rules (in Arizona, at least) governing
guardianship, custody and adoption of grandchildren or other
children? > Go
Long Term
Care
What is the likelihood that you will spend time in a nursing home? Do
you know how much long term nursing care will cost? What about
alternatives to nursing home placement? > Go
Long Term
Care Insurance
This type of insurance contract is gaining in popularity as people
become familiar with the cost of long term care. Are there pitfalls to
watch for in buying long term care insurance? How much will such
insurance cost, and does it make sense to buy a policy? > Go
Medicaid,
AHCCCS and ALTCS
Arizona's Medicaid program is called the Arizona Health Care Cost
Containment System (AHCCCS), and its long-term care component the
Arizona Long Term Care System (ALTCS). Do you know how the Arizona
system differs from other states' Medicaid programs? Learn about the
federal rules governing Medicaid and the specific variations applied in
Arizona. > Go
Special
Needs Trusts
When disabled individuals receive money from personal injury settlements
or inheritances, they can lose their public benefits. Sometimes that is
fine, but sometimes it is important to maintain access to health care,
housing assistance or other government programs. How can you structure
your estate so that your disabled child or grandchild can benefit
without losing benefits? If an individual receives a personal injury
settlement, is there any way to prevent the proceeds from immediately
being consumed by paying for needed health care? Learn more about this
emerging area of the law affecting disabled people and their concerned
families. > Go
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