Rothkoff Law Group’s mission is to be a resource for older adults, those living with disabilities, and the professionals working with them. As such, we encourage people to contact our office to ask a question or help them navigate the complex world of health care and chronic illness. We have both attorneys and non-attorneys who have decades of experience in elder care and elder law.
Understanding how to choose a home care agency is important for your loved one; from evaluating credentials and costs to ensuring your loved one receives the personalized care they need.
Elder care planning for LGBTQ+ families ensures that partners and loved ones are legally protected as they age. While significant progress has been made in securing rights for LGBTQ+ individuals, gaps in legal recognition and financial protections still exist. Long-term care decisions, medical directives, and asset distribution may not align with personal wishes without proper planning. Establishing a well-structured plan provides peace of mind, prevents unnecessary legal battles, and guarantees that chosen family members have the authority to make decisions when needed.
Elder care planning for blended families involves legal and financial decisions to protect aging loved ones, ensure fair asset distribution, and prevent family conflicts.
Senior-specific emergency kits provide aging adults with essential supplies for unexpected situations, ensuring safety, comfort, and access to medical care.
Ensure compliance when hiring in-home care. Learn how to legally pay a private caregiver, from tax rules to Medicaid benefits and caregiver agreements.
Maximizing rehabilitation coverage in a skilled nursing home means knowing your options, working with care providers, and ensuring the right support for your loved one.
Caring for an aging parent can feel overwhelming, particularly when managing care from a distance. This was the situation for a California daughter whose mother experienced a severe fall, resulting in a broken hip. Following hospitalization, her mother was transferred to a rehabilitation facility in Philadelphia. The daughter needed immediate help managing her mother’s complex care needs from afar. Through comprehensive elder care planning, our team of professionals provided legal, financial, and care coordination services, ensuring her mother’s well-being and a smooth transition. Step 1: Comprehensive Elder Care Planning Begins with Assessment Our first step was to conduct an in-depth [...]
At our elder care law firm, we specialize in assisted living transition planning, providing families with the guidance they need within the oftentimes complex process of moving loved ones into assisted living facilities. In this case study, we share the story of how we helped a single dad from Bucks County, Pennsylvania, transition to an assisted living facility in New Jersey. Through careful legal, financial, and care coordination planning, we ensured his move was smooth, his assets were protected, and his care needs were met. The Challenge: Assisted Living Transition Planning for Dad Dad had recently sold his home in [...]
When planning for the future, especially in the context of aging, decisions surrounding long-term care can feel overwhelming. Whether it involves independent living, assisted living, memory care, or skilled nursing, Continuing Care Retirement Community planning is one of the steps in ensuring a comfortable and dignified life in later years. At our elder care law firm, we recently assisted a wealthier married couple in navigating this process, ensuring a seamless transition to a Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC). Identifying the Right CCRC: The First Step in Continuing Care Retirement Community Planning The journey began with understanding the needs of the [...]
