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When Does a Person Lack Capacity in a Guardianship?...
The guardianship of an adult, in which a judge appoints an individual to make choices for a person over 18, is appropriate when the adult lacks capacity. Capacity is a general legal term that refers... Read More > -
Mandelbaum Barrett PC Elder Law and Special Needs...
The Elder Law and Special Needs Departments at Mandelbaum Barrett PC are pleased to bring you our February newsletter in its new and improved format. Check out the Hot Topics and industry events our... Read More > -
Sole Benefit Trust: Qualify for Medicaid and Aid a Loved One...
A sole benefit trust is a helpful estate planning tool if your family has cross-generational support needs. If a senior with more than $2,000 in assets wants to apply for Medicaid – but also wants... Read More > -
Three Changes You Must Report as an SSI Recipient...
Supplemental Security Income (SSI) is a monthly payment issued to disabled children and adults who have income and resources that are under an amount set by the Social Security Administration (SSA).... Read More > -
Social Security Disability Benefits to Rise for 2023...
The Social Security Administration has announced that its beneficiaries will see a significant increase – totaling nearly 9 percent – in their monthly Social Security checks come January 2023.... Read More > -
Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program Enrollment...
The New Jersey Department of Community Affairs (DCA) will soon begin accepting pre-applications for the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Program. The enrollment period will run from... Read More > -
Elder Law and Special Needs Newsletter: January 2023 Issue...
In the January issue of our Elder Law and Special Needs Newsletter, our attorneys share some of their recent articles on industry hot topics, such as “5 Reasons for Seniors to Celebrate in... Read More > -
Qualifying for Disability Benefits Through Parent Work...
Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) is a federal program primarily designed to aid people who have become disabled after having worked for a certain amount of time. Although the typical... Read More > -
What Is the Qualified Disabled and Working Individuals...
Medicare Savings Programs help people with disabilities obtain assistance from their state in covering their Medicare costs. The Qualified Disabled and Working Individuals Program (QDWI) is one such... Read More >