Lamson & Cutner is authorized to give Continuing Education credits to Certified Case Managers. Lamson & Cutner has received authorization from the Commission for Case Manager Certification to grant Continuing Education credits to Certified Case Managers. Case management is a collaborative process…
Your spouse has passed away, and now you’re on your own. The funeral or memorial service is over, and it’s time to look forward. You know you need to get a handle on your financial picture and plan for the…
When individuals are admitted to a hospital, they can be designated as “inpatient” or under “observation status.” Many patients are unaware of these designations, which can have far-reaching consequences for billing and for subsequent treatment. These consequences are of particular…
Today, individuals have several different long-term care options, depending on their needs According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, approximately 70% of individuals over the age of 65 will need long-term care at some point. Most people…
Coming to the realization that you or a loved one may need to enter an Assisted Living facility or community can be difficult. For starters, it’s not an easy decision for anyone involved. Moving out of the home into a…
The declining ability to verbally communicate with others is a common trait of those dealing with Alzheimer's disease. While this can be heartbreaking and frustrating for a loved one, communication will become important in every interaction. Communicating with a person…
I am frequently asked this question. Some people see Elder Law and estate planning as two distinct practice areas. As an Elder Law attorney, I see them as being closely related. Estate planning is concerned with the distribution of your…
Lamson & Cutner’s Continuing Education courses for Social Workers were featured in the October issue of the American Bar Association Journal. Beginning in January 2015, Social Workers in New York have been required to complete 36 hours of continuing education…
An article on the website investorjunkie.com recently discussed some of the considerations involved when deciding whether to buy long-term care insurance. The article stated that as a rule of thumb, “if your net worth is less than $500,000, then forgo…
When a parent or spouse begins to require assistance with care, the natural place to look first is to family. Usually, the child or spouse wants to help, and the care required starts out by being limited and manageable. However,…