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The duties of taking care of a loved one as they age can often expand past the realm of health and wellness and into the field of legal care. At ElderTree, we're here to help you navigate the wide spectrum of legal matters that profoundly impact elderly clients. Whether you seek guidance in financial and estate planning and guardianship, or navigating the complexities of Social Security and Medicare/Medicaid, our resource page provides valuable information and resources to empower you in making informed decisions for your loved one's well-being and your peace of mind.
Pandemic Impact: More Seniors Considering Assisted Living at Home
As America continues to navigate the COVID-19 crisis, it is well documented that seniors and individuals with chronic medical conditions have been disproportionately affected. Though they make up only 15% of the older adult population, individuals who live in assisted living and long term care communities account for approximately 43% of the COVID deaths.
The Enigma of Continuing Care Retirement Communities (CCRC)
As experts in the field of elder law, you most certainly have had a client who lives in a CCRC or is considering moving to one.
These types of communities have been around for over 100 years and continue to confound families, lawyers, and elder care experts alike. To be clear, while the model itself has a core set of “must-haves” to be considered a CCRC, each community differs significantly from its competitors on a few key factors all of which can be distilled down to one word: CONTRACT.
