Do you have a family member in need of ongoing care and are you able to provide this care yourself? If so, you may be wondering whether it would be possible to be paid as a family caregiver. After all, it could represent a loss of income for you if you have to leave other… Read more »
Does deciding which long term care option may be right for you or your loved one feel like an overwhelming task? Understanding the differences between the two main options, skilled nursing home or assisted living facility, can be a great way to help decide what makes the most sense for your circumstances and goals. A… Read more »
Have you considered the fact that Father’s Day may be the perfect time to encourage your dad to get the help he needs? Helping your dad take care of himself can be one of the best gifts you can give him. This may be especially true if he has recently been widowed or otherwise does… Read more »
Have you been wondering how best to help your aging parent or other senior loved ones avoid isolation during the Coronavirus pandemic? While it can be tough to be limited in your ability to visit in person, there may be many ways to maintain connection to your loved ones and encourage them to remain connected… Read more »
The holiday season is often a time for families to celebrate the season. Since it may also be the only time of the year that many families are able to gather all together, however, have you considered that it can also be a good opportunity to discuss long term care planning for older or disabled… Read more »
When we assist seniors and their loved ones with long-term care solutions, most of them are so focused on how they will find the right care for a loved one, they have not considered how they will be able to afford it. Unfortunately, the costs of long-term care continue to rise throughout America and our… Read more »
The holidays are here! This is a wonderful time of the year when many of us are able to visit our family and friends. Whether it is to share a meal together, exchange gifts or tell stories from your family’s history, making time available to spend with your loved ones is always time well… Read more »
As aging adults advance into their elder years, they may begin to require long-term care. This does not necessarily mean medical care, but more often assistance with basic tasks of everyday life, such as bathing, dressing, or going to the bathroom. Thankfully, the Department of Veterans Affairs offers long-term care support for eligible veterans.… Read more »
Legally married same-sex spouses of Federal employees and annuitants are now qualified relatives eligible to apply for Federal Long Term Care Insurance Program coverage, regardless of their state of residency. This is one of the latest results from the Supreme Court of the United States’ ruling in June that a portion of the federal Defense… Read more »
Beth A. Prather, PA, and the team are happy to have you visiting our website. As of September 1, 2021, our practice has joined with Green Schoenfeld & Kyle LLP and continues to be able to provide robust services to our clients and our local community. We look forward to working with you. You may still call our office phone number at 239-208-3050 to reach Attorney Beth A. Prather or any of our team members. We are meeting with clients in whatever way they are most comfortable, including in-person appointments at 1380 Royal Palm Square Boulevard, Fort Myers, Florida 33919.