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What is the Difference Between a Simple Will and a Pour-Over Will?
How do you know which type of will is best for your needs? While most people likely assume a simple will or last will and testament will cover their wishes, it can provide great peace of mind to have this legal process secured before an emergency develops. Learn the...
Private Duty Home Care
No one said the “Golden Years” would be easy but thank goodness Brevard County has a wealth of senior resources to get us through! One valuable resource to seniors in our area is the availability of home health services and we have quite a selection to choose from. As...
Home Health Care Services
Home Health Services in the State of Florida are performed in many different ways. Home health services can be delivered by licensed and registered providers as well as independent health care providers. These providers include: Home Health Providers in Florida Home...
What Expenses Should I Expect When Hiring a Probate Lawyer?
When dealing with end-of-life legal issues you may hear the word, "probate." In this post, we will define probate, share examples of the probate process, and provide contact information to hire a probate attorney in Florida. In addition, we will address the question,...
Everything You Need to Know About Skilled Nursing Facilities in Florida
Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNFs) are establishments that have historically been referred to as “nursing homes” and have provided healthcare and housing for the critically and chronically ill by offering 24 hour oversight and services beyond assistance with activities...
Everything You Need to Know About Assisted Living in Florida
Senior Living vs. Assisted Living Facilities: Which Option is Best? Long before the emergence of nursing homes and assisted living facilities, families have been taking care of loved ones regardless of cost, convenience, or care needs. In the so-called simpler times,...
What Does An Estate Planning Attorney Do?
As we enter our golden years, it is important to begin thinking about issues related to aging. Whether this is you or someone you care about, you may wonder about concerns such as healthcare, nursing home costs, what happens to your assets once you are gone, and what...
What is the Difference Between Estate Planning and Elder Law?
There is a lot to consider when making estate plans. Legal issues, health concerns, and costs may all be changing as family members work to make sure their aging loved ones are cared for in the best way possible. Two terms that come up often in this stage of life are...
Guardianship Tip of the Day: What is Guardianship?
Transcript: Hi. I'm attorney Gregory Schwendeman, I'm with the law office of Amy B. Van Fossen. The last week, attorney Tyler Runte gave you some tips of the day regarding estate planning, and now this week we're going to present guardianship issues to you. What Is...