On behalf of The Elder and Disability Law Firm, APC on Wednesday, October 28, 2015. Wartime veterans who have fallen into poverty and/or their spouses may be missing out on critically needed funds from the government.Many just don't know about their availability. It is heart-wrenching to realize that ill, confused, elderly soldiers and other military vets could be helped if only they were able to access those benefits.One group that is particularly hard hit is their widows. Women g...
On behalf of The Elder and Disability Law Firm, APC on Friday, October 23, 2015. It feels like a special honor to visit the grave of a loved one who was a veteran when he or she is buried in a VA national cemetery. It has a certain sense of "rightness" about it.Such burial is allowed for veterans if eligible, their spouses, and certain children. There is no cost. Gravesite, grave-liner, marker or headstone are included, as well as the grave's opening and closing, and perpetual care...
On behalf of The Elder and Disability Law Firm, APC on Friday, October 16, 2015. A will has some distinct differences from a trust. You can establish your intentions for distributing your estate after you die through either document. An experienced professional law firm can help you decide which document is best for your unique situation.Guardianship, Probate, and Other IssuesIf you have minor children, a will covers their guardianship, which is an element missing in a trust. Howev...
On behalf of The Elder and Disability Law Firm, APC on Monday, October 12, 2015. Veterans' spouses should be aware of Veteran Dependency and Indemnity Compensation (DIC). This DIC benefit is paid monthly.Eligibility RequirementsBenefits may be available to survivors (if eligible): of a member of the military who died serving active duty or active or inactive training; or of veteran who died as a result of either a service-related disease or injury, or certain non-service related il...
On behalf of The Elder and Disability Law Firm, APC on Friday, October 9, 2015. The Veteran's Aid and Assistance program is a little-known program which offers pension benefits to certain veterans and their spouses for daily living assistance costs. There is a ceiling on income in order to qualify. Future medical expenses can be used to reduce your qualifying income level.Normal Medical Expenses AllowedNormally, only medical expenses incurred in the months immediately prior to appl...
On behalf of The Elder and Disability Law Firm, APC on Friday, October 2, 2015. The Veteran's Aid and Attendance program provides benefits for veterans and/or their spouses who need help with daily living activities.When filing, you can expect that the average processing time for your application to the Veteran's Aid and Attendance program will be slow. Allow on average between four and eight months to receive a letter explaining your determination. You or your spouse may have to w...
On behalf of The Elder and Disability Law Firm, APC on Tuesday, September 22, 2015. If you are a veteran, you may qualify for Veterans Pension Program benefits, including the Veteran's Aid and Attendance program. The Elder & Disability Law Firm can help veterans in Loma Linda, CA and surrounding areas to discover if they are eligible.Application Submissions EncouragedThere are a lot of conditions, but it is worth following through to see if you qualify. Even if your income was near...
On behalf of The Elder and Disability Law Firm, APC on Monday, September 14, 2015. If you own property, then at some point you will want to explore legal issues involving setting up a trust. This is part of estate planning. Trust Administration is a critical component.Splitting OwnershipLegal property ownership - of either real or personal property - can be split through the use of a trust. The creator of the trust defines how assets are to be distributed and who benefits. Then th...
On behalf of The Elder and Disability Law Firm, APC on Wednesday, September 9, 2015. Our law firm wants to be helpful to veterans whenever it can. However, there are times when a Veteran's family can submit an application for benefits without anyone else's help. Pension claims for veteran households with low income and few assets can likely handle the application process because it is fairly simple and straightforward.Additional Assets or Long Term Care are Exceptions However, if v...
On behalf of The Elder and Disability Law Firm, APC on Tuesday, September 1, 2015. Many veterans and their spouses and widows need long-term care. The Veterans Administration provides pension benefits. But too many veterans don't know that these benefits cover assisted living costs, even if provided at home. Home is a significant place to be, and the majority of long-term care happens there - estimated to be as high as 70 to 80 percent.Home Care BenefitsVA benefits can and should b...
