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Greetings - Welcome to our firm's Blog! Curious to learn more about topics of interest in regards to Estate Planning, Medicaid Planning/Asset Protection and other elder law matters in general? Be sure to check out our online blog! 

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Prefer to listen to podcasts on the go instead? Our newest media offering from the firm is an ongoing podcast put out by Robert and Cricket Haley, called 'Aging Intelligently'. 

Welcome to Aging Intelligently, where we walk with you down the path of getting older and together, climb those obstacles that seem insurmountable. Information and preparation can change your perception of aging. To learn more, we invite you to also check out our Aging Intelligently website, located here.

Certified Elder Law Attorney®, Robert W. Haley, and his wife, Cricket, a Certified Elder Care Manager, share their journey from fat to fabulous. They discuss their research, personal experience and interview other experts in the fields of Elder Law, Care Management, Finance, Nutrition, Fitness, and even Travel, so you too, can be holistically well and secure wherever life's path may lead.

*This podcast is accessible through many applications, including AppleSpotify, Anchor, Breaker and Google podcastsSubscribes Welcome! 

Blog Articles

More Seniors Eligible For Big Medicare Drug Subsidy

Are you aware of a new drug subsidy that makes more seniors eligible for Medicare? A million low-income seniors have become eligible for a big assist on prescription drug expenses this year under a newly expanded federal program. The subsidy can defray thousands of dollars in costs, and in many cases eliminate prescription drug expenses […]
05/16/22 • by: The Estate & Elder Law Center of Southside Virginia, PLLC
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Is Bitcoin Part of an Estate?

Have you thought about what will happen to your bitcoin when you die? For many of us, the thought has at least crossed our mind.
05/15/22 • by: The Estate & Elder Law Center of Southside Virginia, PLLC
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Tips on Finding the Right In-Home Aide

As you age, you may need help to take care of your health but want to live independently in your home.
05/12/22 • by: The Estate & Elder Law Center of Southside Virginia, PLLC
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Aging Intelligently Web-show, Episode 5: Movie Review of 'The Amusement Park' by George Romero

Thanks for checking out Episode 5 of the Aging Intelligently Web-show! This episode is a movie review of the once thought-to-be-lost horror movie: "The Amusement Park". Originally made in 1973 by George Romero, famous director of the horror movie cult classic, "Night of The Living Dead". This particular movie was rediscovered, restored and recently released […]
05/04/22 • by: The Estate & Elder Law Center of Southside Virginia, PLLC
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Can a Vacation Home Be Kept in the Family for Generations?

These vacation homes may also comprise a significant portion of the family’s wealth. Therefore, it’s understandable that homeowners want to pass their properties and family traditions to future generations.
05/03/22 • by: The Estate & Elder Law Center of Southside Virginia, PLLC
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The Unexpected Problems of "Springing" Power of Attorney

This article is very timely as it may take your bank or financial institution days or weeks to review the Durable Power of Attorney, then you find out you need a physician’s statement and the review begins again! We used to talk about the problems of this type of document when going over Estate Planning […]
05/01/22 • by: The Estate & Elder Law Center of Southside Virginia, PLLC
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No Will? What Happens Now Can Be a Horror Show!

It's hard for a family to recuperate when the patriarchs and matriarchs have gone to glory, leaving a battle for who will carry the family's leadership role and manage the family's transition of wealth.
04/30/22 • by: The Estate & Elder Law Center of Southside Virginia, PLLC
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Is there a Connection between Vitamin Deficiency and Dementia?

If you’re folate deficient, talk to your doctor about healthy ways to boost your levels.
04/29/22 • by: The Estate & Elder Law Center of Southside Virginia, PLLC
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Aging Intelligently Podcast, Britney Vs Spears

Thanks for checking out this episode of the Aging Intelligently podcast! We have all heard of the Britney Spears drama, but did you know she was diagnosed by a retired geriatric psychiatrist with dementia? In this podcast episode, Cricket and Robert discuss her diagnosis, as well as the court rulings and management of her guardianship […]
04/28/22 • by: The Estate & Elder Law Center of Southside Virginia, PLLC
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Do Single People Need Estate Planning?

If you don’t have a spouse or children, you might think you don’t need to do much estate planning. However, if you have any assets, familial connections, or interest in supporting charitable groups – not to mention a desire to control your own future – you do need to establish an estate plan.
04/27/22 • by: The Estate & Elder Law Center of Southside Virginia, PLLC
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