FYI, Health, Medicare/Medicaid, MiCAFE, Money and Finances, Planning for the Future, seniors

4 Important Medicare Tips

by Pat Ocheltree, MiCAFE Application Assistant There is a lot of confusion about Medicare, what it covers, how individuals get coverage, etc. Generally, if you receive Social Security benefits, you will automatically become eligible to enroll in Medicare Part A (hospital coverage) and Medicare Part B (medical) during the 3 months before, the month of, and the 3 months following your 65th birthday. Medicare A is fully paid for unless you … Continue reading 4 Important Medicare Tips

elderlawofmiFebruary 23, 2016Leave a comment

Aging in Place, FYI, pets, seniors

Tomorrow is National Love Your Pet Day

by Char Brooks, J.D. As we all know, February 14th is Valentine’s Day – a day of celebration for couples. Many of us extend this holiday to include celebrating our kids or special friends. It’s not too far afield to celebrate the ones most involved in our day to day lives. National Love Your Pet Day is a chance to honor your pets – whether furry, … Continue reading Tomorrow is National Love Your Pet Day

elderlawofmiFebruary 19, 2016Leave a comment

Celebratory Week, FYI, senior independence, seniors, volunteering

National Random Acts of Kindness Week

by Mary Beth Daley, Staff Accountant This post is in honor of National Random Acts of Kindness Week which runs February 15th through 21st. The dictionary defines the adjective “random” as, “proceeding, made, or occurring without definite aim, reason, or pattern.” Surprise a senior friend, neighbor or someone you meet this week with a random act of kindness. Below, I’ve listed several ideas. If none of … Continue reading National Random Acts of Kindness Week

elderlawofmiFebruary 19, 2016Leave a comment

Elder Law of Michigan, FYI, History, seniors

One Last Look Back at 2015

by Keith Morris, President Wow, it is already February! It will be the end of the year before we know it. If we at Elder Law of Michigan, Inc. want to accomplish as much in 2016 as we did in 2015, we need to kick it into high gear. After all, it is already February, remember? Now that is not meant to imply in any … Continue reading One Last Look Back at 2015

elderlawofmiFebruary 16, 2016February 16, 2016Leave a comment

FYI, Legal, Legal Hotline, Legal Hotline for Michigan Seniors, Planning for the Future, seniors

Wills vs. Trusts – Part 8

by Christine Steinmetz, J.D., Hotline Attorney This is the final post in our series regarding wills, trusts, and estate planning. Other posts in the series can be found here. In our previous posts, we discussed the different types of wills and trusts. There is one other estate planning document that we haven’t discussed that allows you to transfer real estate to your beneficiaries without probate. … Continue reading Wills vs. Trusts – Part 8

elderlawofmiFebruary 12, 2016February 12, 2016Leave a comment

FYI, Holiday, seniors

Sunday is Valentine’s Day

by Rachael Savoie, Office Manager For many seniors, this annual day of love can be just another day. Here are a few suggestions on how you may brighten Valentine’s Day for that special senior in your life. Have flowers delivered, or deliver them yourself if you live nearby; If your loved one has old letters from the love of their life, dust them off and … Continue reading Sunday is Valentine’s Day

elderlawofmiFebruary 11, 2016February 11, 2016Leave a comment

Aging in Place, FYI, senior independence, seniors

National Senior Independence Month is a Time to Celebrate Your Age

by Ron Tatro, Vice President Independence is a wonderful thing. Throughout our lives it comes to us in many different forms. As children, independence allows us to explore new sites, sounds, smells, and meet new mostly older people. In our teen years, driving brings independence for many along with new social experiences like attending a prom and meeting more new friends. In those middle years, … Continue reading National Senior Independence Month is a Time to Celebrate Your Age

elderlawofmiFebruary 8, 2016February 8, 2016Leave a comment

FYI, seniors, Staff and Volunteers

My Christmas Gifting

by Pat Gray, MiCAFE Community Partner Liaison The idea of presenting people you love with gifts is as old as the human race. The idea of exchanging gifts at Christmas time originated in the Bible, when three wise men traveled to deliver gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh to the newborn baby Jesus. Shepherds in the fields also came to give gifts to the newborn … Continue reading My Christmas Gifting

elderlawofmiFebruary 3, 2016Leave a comment

Grandmother with her caregiver granddaughter.

Caregivers, FYI, Legal Hotline for Michigan Seniors, Planning for the Future, senior independence, seniors

Caring for a Loved One – Five Questions to Determine if you are a Caregiver

by Christine Steinmetz, J.D., Hotline Attorney The Legal Hotline for Michigan Seniors receives many calls each week regarding caregivers. There comes a time in many people’s lives when they are unable to take care of themselves and may need to seek the help of others. It may be as simple as having someone come in and help prepare meals or go food shopping. Or, it … Continue reading Caring for a Loved One – Five Questions to Determine if you are a Caregiver

elderlawofmiJanuary 28, 2016January 28, 20161 Comment

Health, Nutrition, senior independence, seniors, Uncategorized

5 Ways to Stay Active in Winter

by Shirley Brown, Healthy Living Coach Participate in activities that you enjoy. Get excited about this new year, 2016. Begin with a healthy active plan. Always discuss planned changes with your medical doctor before beginning any changes to your physical activities. The temperatures may be too cold, the roads and streets to slippery, however, there are plenty of fun indoor and outdoor winter activities for you to … Continue reading 5 Ways to Stay Active in Winter

elderlawofmiJanuary 26, 2016Leave a comment