Usually, but it depends upon factors that are not disclosed. For example, are you, yourself disabled? As has been recommended, your best bet would...

Am I liable for my father's nursing home fees?

The likelihood of finding an American attorney who is familiar with elder law in Italy is remote. The issue is whether there is a filial...

How much can parents gift their children living in ND before a nursing home can come after you?

I would only add to my colleagues responses to advise your parents to see an elder law attorney ASAP to set the stage should Medicaid planning be...

I have an aunt that was taking care of my grand fathers bills but she wasn't the POA.

You haven't mentioned how she has access to your grandfather's money. Is she listed on the checking account? Does he sign blank checks? Is she...

What should the process be to recover $22,000 in valuables stolen from a mother (age 94) who has severe Alzheimer's?

Looting your mother's house may constitute elder abuse. You might want to mention to your sister-in-law that if Adult Protective Services is...

My mother was admitted into a nursing home. They are applying for medicaid, if she is approved can they keep her ss check?

Medicaid is the payor of last resort. If your mother is in the NH she will be allowed to keep a small amount to cover her personal needs. The rest...

Is it illegal to shelter life insurance money from the gov. so my sister can continue to receive assistance.

There is much, much more to your question than you may think. It depends upon what you mean by "shelter." If your sister is thinking of Medicaid,...

How do I have myself named Legal Guardian/Conservator for my elderly mother (89 yo) that has dementia? She is still at home.

You need to petition the court to be appointed your mother's guardian/conservator. Expect your sister who is benefiting from the current situation...

What rights does an "attorney-in-fact" have (my sister for my Alzheimer mother)?

As my colleagues have said, your sister is a fiduciary and as such can only act in your mother's best interests. It would be very unusual for the...

Can you recommend a couple of good Elder Care attorneys in the Clarkston, Washington area?

Experienced elder law attorneys are harder to find then attorneys who do more common work. You might have to go to Walla Walla or Spokane to find...