Author Archives: Benjamin Platon
Good News! Covid-19 Stimulus Check & SSI/Medi-Cal LTC recipients
Stimulus checks will not be counted as income and therefore will not impact Medicaid beneciaries or applicants. However, should the stimulus money not be spent within 12 months, it may be counted as an asset, and therefore could impact eligibility in the year ahead.
On Air Live Saturday September 22, 1:00pm
The Veterans Administration just announced new rules for the Improved Pension program. The new rules take effect on October 18, 2018. I’m co-hosting with Ed Outland on his Live Call-in Radio show “Aging with Dignity” this Saturday, September 22, from 1-2 pm, to talk about the changes and what they mean to our veterans. Give … Continue reading
The Costs of Dementia: For the Patient and the Family
This is a great article about what it takes to be a caregiver for a dementia patient and how to plan for the possibility of it occurring to you either as patient or caregiver. Jun72017 Newsletter
VLSP Estate Planning Clinic
Even if you “can’t afford” an estate plan, you need to have one. If you qualify VLSP Sacramento will help you out. See the attached flyer. WEST-#1471213-v4-Clinic_Flyer
On-Air Live October 29, 2016
I don’t want to pester you, but just a quick reminder that this Saturday, October 29th, 1:00pm on AM 1380, yours truly is a guest on Aging with Dignity with Ed Outland. It’s a live call in show, so get your phone charged. We’re talking about Medi-Cal Planning/Recovery and Special Needs Trusts with 529 ABLE Accounts. … Continue reading
Can you take advantage of the new 529 ABLE Account?
There’s a new asset protection tool for competent, disabled adults that can work in conjunction with a special needs trust or even by itself in some cases. It’s a great way to protect your money if you meet the requirements, are receiving public benefits, and if it meets your financial and independence needs. It’s called … Continue reading
Looking good for the SNT Fairness Act
The Special Needs Trust Fairness Act, a bill that would allow people with disabilities to create their own first-party special needs trusts without having to rely on others, has passed the House of Representatives by a vote of 382 to 22. In a statement in its September 21 eBulletin, the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys … Continue reading
Top Reasons Everyone Needs a Comprehensive Power of Attorney
The benefits of a highly detailed, comprehensive power of attorney are numerous. Unfortunately, many powers of attorney are more general in nature and can actually cause more problems than they solve, especially for our senior population. This issue of the ElderCounselor highlights the benefits of a comprehensive, detailed power of attorney, including some of the … Continue reading