Why You May Need a Naples Elder Law Lawyer
An elder law attorney in Naples, equipped to handle a wide variety of matters relevant to elderly people, can be a legal advocate for senior citizens and their families. In addition to issues relating to Social Security, Medicaid/Medicare, long term care planning and estate planning, elder law attorneys can also:
- Create wills and durable powers of attorney
- Assist in planning for the future financial needs of adults or minors with special needs
- Provide insights and legal guidance to maximize estate planning
- Help select and appointment legal guardians
- Manages assisted living expenses
- Draft living wills
- File assisted living/nursing home claims for abuse and neglect
- Disability/social security claim appeals
- Housing issues involving home equity conversions and discrimination
- Age discrimination cases
- Retirement and survivor benefits
One of the leading reasons people seek the help of a Naples elder law lawyer is when they need to rely on Medicare, Medicaid or both. These state and federal health insurances have a complex set of rules and regulations most people struggle to understand. An elder law attorney is familiar with these rules and knows how to implement strategies for maximizing benefits you are entitled to when you qualify for Medicaid or Medicare after age 65.
Your Naples Elder Law Attorney Can Help with Elder Abuse
Nursing home and assisted living facilities are supposed to thoroughly screen employees before hiring them. When you make the difficult decision to put an elderly parent into a nursing home, you do so with the expectation that your parent is going to receive excellent care. However, some nursing homes may fail to properly screen employees hired as caretakers or nurses. Consequently, individuals with less-than-desirable backgrounds can find themselves in a position to take advantage of an elderly individual who is frail and sometimes mentally incapacitated. If you suspect this is occurring, you may want to contact the police immediately and then contact a Naples elder law lawyer at the Mattar Firm.
Learn more about the various legal topics pertinent to your financial and physical well-being as a senior by calling our firm today and scheduling a consultation appointment.