Elder Law & Estate Planning News

As of the 2025 tax year, many older Americans may realize a new tax benefit thanks to a provision in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act.

Existing Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) rules grant specific accommodations based on age, particularly for workers over age 50. However, changes to these age-related criteria could significantly increase the number of older adults whose disability benefits applications are denied.

The cost of 15 high-priced Medicare Part D drugs, used to treat conditions such as cancer and diabetes, will be significantly lower starting in 2027.

Understanding why long-term care insurance denials happen and how to avoid them can save families significant stress and expense.

Navigating Medicare alongside other health insurance types requires understanding which plan pays first to avoid penalties or coverage gaps.

A new report shows that many older adults struggle to afford the long‑term care services they need on top of covering their housing costs.

Caring.com has released its 2025 Senior Happiness Index, which sheds light on the states where seniors are the most content, enjoy the most connection with others, and live the longest.

A recent survey of American adults aged 50 to 94 finds that many seniors are unprepared for the financial and logistical aspects of long-term care, with widespread misconceptions about coverage options.

Legislators have reintroduced a bill seeking to establish a Medicare Part E: a public-option version of Medicare that would be available to all individuals and employers as an alternative to private insurance.

Social Security recipients who need to change their direct deposit information and cannot prove their identity online will have to go to a Social Security Administration office to do so.

The new survey reveals the startling misconception that 58 percent of Americans believe Medicare will cover the costs of long-term care.

Many Americans nearing retirement age face a financial decision: Should they stop working entirely when they begin collecting Social Security benefits or continue to work?

A recent investigation found many nursing homes spend less than $10 per day on food per resident, raising concerns about malnutrition and food quality.

Older adults can be especially susceptible to depression, as well as other mental health issues. Check out a few of the many mental health apps that can aid with emotional well-being.

The United States set a record for heat-related deaths in 2023, while the summer of 2024 saw record-breaking high temperatures. Hot weather poses a particularly significant risk for vulnerable populations such as older adults.