I have changed the designation of your question to the proper category (elder law). My advice would be to call the county office of aging and adult...

Are you in a nursing home or a personal care home? It sounds to me as though, given your level of independence, that you are in a personal care...

This is one case where you definitely want to consult with an attorney. While I strongly agree with the comments made by other attorneys on this...

In Pennsylvania, you can give away up to $500 in any calendar month without affecting your Medicaid eligibility. This is a total of $500, not $500...

There is a specific statute in Pennsylvania that deals with this issue. It is 20 Pa. C.S. 3137, which states: "3137. Enforcing production of...

Yes, but make certain that you have a valid power of attorney document that complies with Pennsylvania law.

As stated by my colleagues, all distributions must be equal. Below is a link that explains, published by Allegheny...

Pennsylvania has a set of statutes that must be followed for a financial power of attorney. They may be found in Chapter 56 of Title 20. There is a...

This is governed by Orphans' Court Rule 10.5. There are a few cases where it can become complicated, especially if a charity is involved, if...

If there is no will, you apply to the Register of Wills to be appointed "administrator. " You are not personally responsible for debts so long as...