guardianship

Dementia from Alzheimer’s Disease and other causes can rob a person of the ability to manage money, handle personal affairs, and deal with tasks of daily living. Worse, someone suffering from dementia can become a victim of those who would take advantage for personal gain.

If such a person lacks a durable power of attorney or the power of attorney may be inadequate for his/her needs, guardianship may be necessary. We can establish guardianships to protect and provide for incapacitated adults and developmentally disabled family members. We also represent families who need to petition the court for the establishment of a guardianship, or contest the possible appointment if an inappropriate guardian. We are at all times mindful of our duty to provide appropriately and compassionately for the interests of such persons while addressing the wishes of those who provided for them.

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December 9, 2019
The Need for Medicare Dental Coverage

Medicare has done so many wonderful things for older Americans since its inception in 1965.  However, to date, traditional Medicare does not cover dental care. Traditional Medicare does not cover preventive dental services like exams, cleanings, and x-rays.  Nor does it cover basic or major restorative services and items like fillings, extractions, root canals and […]

December 2, 2019
Are Nursing Home Residents Receiving Less Therapy?

Medicare’s new reimbursement system for skilled nursing facilities (SNFs), called Patient-Driven Payment Model (PDPM),changed reimbursement rules and the financial incentives for SNFs, effective October 1, 2019.  As a result, nursing home skilled nursing residents who are receiving rehabilitation care may be receiving less therapy than prior to October 1, 2019. Prior to Oct. 1, 2019, […]

November 25, 2019
Enjoying the Holidays With a Loved One With Dementia

Happy Thanksgiving to all of our friends, clients and their families.  The holiday season can be an anxious time of year for many.  It can be especially anxious time if a loved one has Alzheimer’s Disease or related dementia.  Your loved one who’s now living with dementia may have formerly been the cornerstone of family […]

November 18, 2019
New AARP Report Emphasizes Urgency in Supporting Caregivers

As Washington continues to be embroiled in the impeachment hearings and the Democratic Presidential election goes on, according to a new report from AARP, about 12% of Pennsylvania and New Jersey adults are caregivers. Pennsylvanians provided $18.2 billion in care compared with $12.9 billion for caregivers in New Jersey. Nationally, the nation’s 41 million family […]

November 11, 2019
Assistance with Medicare Skilled Nursing Appeals

Medicare coverage of nursing home care depends on a resident’s need for skilled nursing and/or therapy, not the resident’s potential for improvement. However, too many nursing home residents continue to be denied skilled services on the basis of an “Improvement Standard,” which was firmly rejected by the court-approved settlement in Jimmo v. Sebelius.  In order to help […]

November 4, 2019
PA Elder Care Symposium – A Recap of a Wonderful Day of Learning

On October 24, 2019, over 225 long-term care professionals gathered at the Sheraton Bucks County Hotel in Langhorne, PA for a full day of learning and networking at the 2nd annual PA Rothkoff Law Group Eldercare Symposium entitled, “Person Centered Elder Care: Transitioning Theories into Practice. The day starting the keynote address, Understanding People with […]

October 28, 2019
Biogen Trial Reversal Brings Some Good News To Those With Alzheimer’s Disease

Jeff Borghoff was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s Disease at age 51.  Since his diagnosis, he has been an advocate for those with Alzheimer’s Disease, being a member of the Alzheimer’s Association National Early-Stage Advisory Group, and a participant in a clinical trial.  He spent three years as a participant in the Biogen clinical trial, undergoing weekly […]

October 21, 2019
Changes To Medicare Nursing Home Covered Care

Pursuant to the Center for Medicare Advocacy, on October 1, 2019, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) implemented a new payment system for Medicare-covered nursing home stays—the “Patient Driven Payment Model” (PDPM). PDPM creates new financial incentives for nursing homes and new challenges for nursing home residents. One of the biggest challenges for residents […]

October 15, 2019
You’re Never Too Old to Dream

You’re never too old to dream! At Rothkoff, our days are filled with helping the elderly and those with elderly loved ones, but this New Jersey native has decided to spend his golden years on a new adventure. Ninety-three year old veteran Ray Boutwell – who has called Jersey home since 1942 – opened his […]