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The very last day you clock out from work also marks the start of a new phase in life —retirement. Finally, it’s time to unwind, explore new hobbies, and spend more time with your grandchildren or pets. But as you age, you also need to deal with a new set of physical, medical, and financial needs.
Even if you prepared well for retirement, there are many senior-specifc risks which could result in financial devastation. The elder law attorneys at the Family First Firm understand these risks as we have helped countless clients overcome them. They work to ensure you enjoy a good quality of life without exhausting your assets and life savings.
If you’re planning on leaving an inheritance to your loved ones, our Orlando elder law attorneys can in creating a plan that will protect it for you - and for them. You can start the process with a free consultation today.
Our Orlando elder law attorneys can sort out the financial risks of aging and assist you with the following:
When it comes to senior care, nursing homes and long-term care facilities offer the highest level of care. In these institutions, you can expect to get top-notch living and medical assistance 24/7. Unfortunately, nursing homes can charge a fortune. You may have heard all kinds of horror stories where long-term care has drained retirees and their families financially dry.
At the Family First Firm, we believe that maintaining a good quality of life shouldn’t cost your home and life savings. As a first step, our Orlando elder law attorney will assist you or your loved one in protecting your nest egg while getting you Medicaid benefits. That way, you can significantly reduce the costs of long-term care. The process can be complex and overwhelming, but our lawyers will simplify everything for you. Additionally, if you were already denied Medicaid, our elder law attorneys can file an appeal on your behalf. We will take proactive measures to mitigate the financial complications that long-term care and unplanned medical expenses can bring.
Saving thousands of dollars in long-term care means that your hard-earned assets and life savings will be set aside for what matters most. This is the goal of asset protection. To ensure your future remains in good hands, our Orlando elder law attorneys will work with you to make comprehensive plans for the inevitable.
Our estate planning services include arrangements in case of incapacitation, so that your family can avoid a costly guardianship case. We can also assist you in creating and managing trusts, drafting a last will, and going through probate. When you work with the Orlando elder law attorneys at the Family First Firm, your last wishes will be carried out in every detail. Our lawyers can start discussing the specifics once you schedule a free consultation.
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Many Americans save up as early as they can for retirement. But most tend to overlook the expenses of long-term care. Failing to prepare could drain the assets and savings you’ve worked so hard for throughout your life. With an elder law attorney at your side, you can explore more options to help you deal with the financial costs of senior care and assisted living. Your lawyer will help you find ways to qualify for benefits that can cover these costs and protect your nest egg in the process.
Passing away without a will or trust can create chaos and confusion among your heirs. Without a written instrument that outlines your last wishes, any family member or friend can lay a claim on your estate. If you want to make sure that your remaining assets would pass on to your children and chosen beneficiaries, you need to put these desires into writing. An Orlando elder law attorney from the Family First Firm can help you draft a will or create and manage trusts in accordance with the law to ensure that your last wishes will be upheld once you pass on.
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