Senior Living

A Tennessee judge upholds a stiff penalty against a nursing home that allows residents to take "reasonable risks" . . .

As we grow older, new challenges emerge. Employing an engaging and often humorous tone, a law professor and an elder law attorney offer practical advice for navigating these challenges.

Assisted living facility residents on Medicaid are at risk of eviction if they leave the facility, even for a temporary hospitalization . . .

Once someone enters a nursing home, it isn't always easy to move out again . . .

Medicaid 101

A new study has found alarming rates of undetected elder abuse, neglect and exploitation . . .

Many veterans don't realize all the benefits available to them. This book provides older veterans with insider tips to help them get their full benefits, some of which pay for long-term care services.

Two federal courts in the past two months have ruled that Medicare's coverage of skilled care does not require . . .

A durable power of attorney and a health care proxy are two very important estate planning documents. Because the individuals chosen will have to coordinate your care, it is important to pick two people who will get along.

A growing number of Medicare recipients are spending days in the hospital before moving to a nursing home, only to find that . . .