News & Events
Mitigating Dementia's Effects on Dwindling Funds - We Can Help
March 25, 2011
This recent article from The New York Times delves into the harrowing issue of early-stage dementia and the limited knowledge that most physicians possess to help families address it. Fortunuately, the medical community is slowly beginning to realize that getting involved in this issue early on in the illness can prevent financial exploitation; however, here at Legacy Law Center, our Life Care Planning and Probate services directly work toward helping families on eliminating the "financial predator" issue that often accompanies early-state dementia or Alzheimer's Disease.
http://newoldage.blogs.nytimes.com/2011/02/28/when-dementia-drains-the-pocketbook/
St. Joseph Mercy Health System Now Boasts Special ER's for Seniors
March 25, 2011
Please read this interesting article about the new ER's at St. Joseph Mercy Health System Hospitals that caters exclusively to senior citizens and their specialized needs. The special ER's are located at all St. Joe's hospitals in southeast Michigan. The facilities address seniors needs both in their physical arrangement and in the services offered. At Legacy Law Center, we wonder if this could be part of a larger trend of senior ER facilities.
http://www.annarbor.com/health/senior-er-at-st-joseph-mercy-hospital-ann-arbor-treating-patients/
'The Talk' with Mom and Dad
March 25, 2011
The attached link leads to a very interesting article from The Wall Street Journal about the issues that families face as their loved ones get older. It can be very challenging for adult children and their parents to discuss the possibility, for example, that it might be time to consider in-home health care or an assisted living facility. At Legacy Law Center, we specialize in facilitating just these types of difficult decisions and helping families develop a life care plan that anticipates these issues in advance to minimize stress, and maximize the independence and dignity of elderly persons.
Medicaid Coverage of In-Home Care: Stumbling Blocks and Possibilities
March 25, 2011
Check out this interesting article from Politico.com about the challenges of obtaining Medicaid coverage for in-home care. It is an ever-evolving issue at both the state and federal levels. Please contact Legacy Law Center today with questions about Medicaid eligibility and applications. We have up-to-the minute knowledge that may affect you and your loved ones.
Legacy Law Center's Client Appreciation Event
March 25, 2011
Our Legacy Law Center team was so happy to see so many of you turn out for our Client Appreciation event on February 9th! Despite the frigid temperatures outside, many of you turned out to see Mario Messina perform some classic hits by Dean Martin, Frank Sinatra and even The King himself! Terry also did a great presentation about our Life Care Planning services. We loved seeing you and we can't wait for next year! Be sure to check out our Facebook page for some photos - you might even see yourself!
One Woman's Experience with Illness and a Tough Decision about Government Benefits
March 25, 2011
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/hillary-st-pierre/i-considered-a-medicaid-d_b_816668.html
Discussions about Planning for the End of Life are Difficult in Every Culture
March 25, 2011
This interesting article from The New York Times discusses the particular challenges in discussing one of the crucial components of a solid estate plan for persons of any age: letting one's loved ones know one's wishes regarding end-of-life care. While the article discusses the Navajo culture in particular, people from every culture can find it painful and difficult to confront their own and loved ones' mortality. At Legacy Law Center, we help our clients facilitate discussions among their families to ease the discomfort in talking about these delicate issues, leaving our clients knowing that they are free to go on living their lives, having accomplished something vital!
Kathi and Theresa were Radio Stars on the Everything Elderly Radio Show last Saturday :) In case you missed it click on the attachment below!!
March 25, 2011
Senior Helpers sponsors Everything Elderly, a weekly half-hour radio program. It's Ann Arbor's only radio show all about seniors. The show is on 1290 am WLBY, every Saturday morning at 8:30. On this weekend's program, we featured two very interesting topics, the Legacy Law Center and Home Instead Senior Care.http://www.annarbor.com/health/everything-elderly---legacy-law-center-home-instead-senior-care/
Do you have claim to money you don't know about?
March 25, 2011
MissingMoney.com is a database of governmental unclaimed property records. Common types of unclaimed property include: Bank accounts and safe deposit box contents Stocks, mutual funds, bonds, and dividends Uncashed checks and wages Insurance policies, CD's, trust funds Utility deposits, escrow accountsUnfortunately, I didn't have any money out there but several of my family members did! It only takes a moment to check and it's FREE! http://www.missingmoney.com/Main/Index.cfm
Family Love Letter....... What is it and How will it Help You Leave a "Legacy for the Living"
March 25, 2011
In drafting a Family Love Letter, individuals give their families a lasting and important gift - all the vital information loved ones need to know in case of sudden incapacitation or death. Completed with a team of financial and professionals advisors, these individuals are literally making plans and taking inventory on behalf of their families - financially and otherwise, the letters include everything from wills to key contact information for lawyers and accountants to insurance policies to statements of ethics to funeral requests.
University of Michigan's Survival Flight jet ready to fly to Haiti to pick up injured 4-year-old girl
March 25, 2011
The University of Michigan received word its jet will be needed this week for rescue and aid efforts in Haiti following last week's devastating earthquake.
The jet is planned to be used on Wednesday to pick up a 4-year-old in Haiti who is suffering from an injury as a result of the earthquake, said U-M spokesman Bruce Spiher. Visit Ann Arbor.com link for the full story!
Happy 100th Birthday Red Simmons!
March 25, 2011
Red Simmons is the former U of M Women's Track Coach and a client and friend of Legacy Law Center. He has led an amazing life. To read interesting facts about Red click on the link below.http://www.annarbor.com/sports/50-facts-about-red-simmons-in-honor-of-100-years/
A Guide to Eldercare Options
March 25, 2011
The Internet can be a wonderful tool to use to research options on what is the best level of care for either yourself or an aging relative. The link below will take you to an article that discusses some of the common options that people have with deciding where the most appropriate level of living is for a family member. As always, if you have any questions about options available to you or your family, please contact Legacy Law Center at (734) 995-2383 to discuss if our Care Coordination services may be a good option for you to make sure that you are connected to all available community resources.
Pittsfield Senior Center Turns 30! Happy Anniversary Pittsfield Senior Center!
March 25, 2011
Open House and Celebration
Wednesday, September 9th
10:00a.m.-4:00p.m.
Save the Ann Arbor Senior Center
March 25, 2011
The front page article of the July 30, 2009, edition of Ann Arbor.com talks about the budget troubles of the Ann Arbor Senior Center. The City Council is currently considering a proposal that would cut funding to the Ann Arbor Senior Center which provides many beneficial programs to the residents of Washtenaw County. Legacy Law Center is urging people to show your support for the senior center any way that you can. The Parks & Recreation Department will be hosting a picnic in Burns Park on August 22, 2009, to raise awareness and money for the center. Please don't let this wonderful center be the next victim of our economy!
Office Closed on July 3, 2009
March 25, 2011
Legacy Law Center will be closed on Friday, July 3, 2009, in honor of the Fourth of July holiday. The staff at Legacy Law Center wishes all of our clients, friends, and fellow allied professionals a safe holiday!
Alzheimer's Association 2009 Memory Walk
March 25, 2011
Legacy Law Center is proud to be forming a team to support the Alzheimer's Association's 2009 Memory Walk that will be held in Ann Arbor on October 4, 2009, on the campus of St. Joseph Mercy Hospital. Legacy Law has pledged to raise $1500 in donations and is also actively recruiting team members to walk with us on this day. If you are interested in making a donation or registering to be part of our team, please click here to visit our team page. All team members who register to walk with us will receive a team t-shirt. If you need more information, please contact Melissa Bowman at (734) 995-2383.
Nursing Home Residents May Keep $250 Stimulus Payment
March 25, 2011
Nursing Home Residents May Keep $250 Stimulus Payment
This article is provided from http://www.elderlawanswers.com/. Legacy Law Center is committed to providing our clients with the most current information available on rules and legal changes that may effect them. Please click on the link above to access this article on the $250 Stimulus payment to find out its effect on nursing home residents. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact our office at (734) 995-2383.
Office hours for Summer 2009
March 25, 2011
Legacy Law Center will be observing reduced hours during Summer 2009. Between Memorial Day and Labor Day, Legacy Law Center will be closing at noon each Friday. Legacy Law Center will continue to be open Monday through Thursday between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM. We hope you and your family have a wonderful summer!
Senior Living & Housing Awareness Week 2009
March 25, 2011
Legacy Law Center is proud to be a Platinum Sponsor for the Senior Living & Housing Awareness Week May 8-17, 2009. This event is coordinated by the Housing Bureau for Seniors.
On Friday, May 8, 2009, Legacy Law Center will be providing the morning workshop at the Morris Lawrence Building on the campus of Washtenaw Community College at 9:45 AM. The presentation will cover the latest changes and developments in terms of estate planning, elder law, probate, and Medicaid planning. All participants will receive a FREE Michigan Healthcare Power of Attorney. If you need more information about this event, please contact our office at (734) 995-2383. This event will also feature exhibits for people to explore choices for housing, lifestyle, personal care and support services on this date. The exhibits will be open from 8:30 AM - 2:15 PM. Please stop by and say hello! We look forward to seeing you there.
Recent Updates
March 25, 2011
Mitigating Dementia's Effects on Dwindling Funds - We Can Help
March 25, 2011
St. Joseph Mercy Health System Now Boasts Special ER's for Seniors
March 25, 2011
'The Talk' with Mom and Dad
March 25, 2011
Medicaid Coverage of In-Home Care: Stumbling Blocks and Possibilities
March 25, 2011
Legacy Law Center's Client Appreciation Event
