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Health Insurance Companies Urged to Cover Personal Location Devices
Currently, the purchase of and expenses related to a “Technology-Assisted Tracking Device” are not covered under health benefits plans in Massachusetts. Patients with dementia, Alzheimer’s disease or Autism Spectrum Disorder can be prone to becoming lost or wandering from a given location. In addition to the panic and heartache this
“Planning” vs. “Crisis”
We predominantly get two types of calls at the Law Office of Julie Low. One is for “planning” and the other is for “crisis”. Estate “planning” involves the creation of specific documents such as a Will, a Trust, Power of Attorney, Health Care Proxy, HIPAA Authorization, and Living Will. Having
What is a Power of Attorney & Who Needs One?
November is National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month. At the Law Office of Julie Low, we often get calls from people who haven’t done any estate planning and now find themselves in a crisis situation with regard to a loved one who has Alzheimer’s disease. If you become sick or disabled, either temporarily or permanently,
Keeping Seniors Happy at Home
Maintaining a sense of independence is so important for the elder community. The sad truth is, many seniors, and those who love and care for them, do not know about the many services that are available to them. One non-profit, national organization is the Program of All-inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE).
Caregiver Agreements in Current Events
The New York Times published an article earlier this month featuring an artist who acted as the primary caregiver for her developmentally disabled sister. After their mother quickly and unexpectedly passed due to pancreatic cancer, Beverly McIver began to look after and live with her older sister. This story is captured in
Quiz: Can my loved one stay at home alone safely?
Though it can be emotionally difficult, it is important to assess whether your aging parent has reached a point where they are not safe to be home alone. A Geriatric Care Manager can make this process easier for you and may provide a variety of solutions to keep your loved