To do our part in collectively slowing the spread of COVID-19, we are prioritizing the health and wellness of our staff, clients and community. We will remain OPEN, however, we are keeping our doors locked to limit the amount of people in our Office. If you have an appointment, please call our Office at 219-865-2285 when you arrive and we will let you in. If you need to drop something off, please call our Office when you arrive and we will send someone out to your car to retrieve the document. … [Read more...] about COVID-19 Update
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Can Medicaid Take Your Home?
When people first hear about the concept of Medicaid being relevant to elders, they are sometimes confused. If you are going to qualify for Medicare as a source of health insurance, why would you need Medicaid? Plus, people with resources cannot qualify for Medicaid because it is a need-based program. This line of thinking makes total sense on the surface, but when you scratch beneath it, you see a different picture. Long-Term Care Costs Medicaid should be on your radar when you are … [Read more...] about Can Medicaid Take Your Home?
Steer Clear of These Common Estate Planning Mistakes
In all too many instances, people come to us seeking damage control solutions. They find themselves in difficult situations because of estate planning mistakes that were made by loved ones. We do what we can, but it is frustrating when you know that negative outcomes could have been avoided. With this in mind, let’s look at a few common estate planning mistakes that you should definitely avoid. Embracing DIY Solutions There are websites that sell template, boilerplate legal documents, … [Read more...] about Steer Clear of These Common Estate Planning Mistakes
Coronavirus and Nursing Homes
The novel coronavirus, COVID-19, is spreading in the United States and across the globe. Social distancing and self-quarantine can help slow the spread. The virus is a particular threat to residents of nursing homes. Read on to learn more about the threat and how you can keep your loved ones safe. Read on to learn more … [Read more...] about Coronavirus and Nursing Homes
Quarantine Coping -Ask Yourself These Questions……
Remember, we're all in this together. Check on your Neighbors - Social Distance 6' - Shelter in Place - Wash Your Hands Often - Stay Safe and Healthy. … [Read more...] about Quarantine Coping -Ask Yourself These Questions……
Take a Break
Our team is working hard to help you all through this challenging time. One of our Life Care Planners, Laura, shared this. Laura is working from home, along with her Husband and Daughter. We challenge you and your family to take a break daily and do an activity that is listed below. Since businesses are closed and our precious kids being off school, how much screen time have you been doing? It is important to remember that we all need less screen time and more positive activities in … [Read more...] about Take a Break
Economic Fallout from Coronavirus May Provide Opportunities
COVID-19, the novel coronavirus, has been a challenge confronting countries around the world. While healthcare systems have fought the virus, economies have been hurt by the social distancing required to combat the virus. However, there may be an opportunity for those wishing to do certain types of Estate Planning. Read on to learn more. Read on to learn more … [Read more...] about Economic Fallout from Coronavirus May Provide Opportunities
Alzheimer’s Support Group Meetings for Caregivers
Our Friends at the Alzheimer's Association asked us to provide this information to you. There are also educational programs available. Feel free to call the helpline or visit alz.org/crf to register. When you register, you will get an email with the link to join the call. You may join by phone or virtually and see video. … [Read more...] about Alzheimer’s Support Group Meetings for Caregivers
Safe and Secure Document Signing
We listened! Many of our Clients have requested arrangements be made to finalize their estate plan. Conference calls have been implemented to begin the process of preparing estate plans. COVID-19 has prevented us from scheduling signings for the past few weeks, but we can now accommodate signings and still keep our Clients safe. Documents can be signed in our Office, in compliance with the State and Federal COVID-19 Guidelines. No personal contact during the signing process. Pre-signing … [Read more...] about Safe and Secure Document Signing
#In This Together
At O’DROBINAK & NOWACZYK, P.C., the health and safety of our Clients, Team Members, and Friends of our Firm, are certainly our priority amid concerns about the spread of the Coronavirus (COVID-19).As Estate Planning and Elder Law Attorneys, our practice is dedicated to serving our most vulnerable citizens, including seniors, those who are ill, disabled, experiencing mental health challenges and children with special needs.The uncertainty around the pandemic has many people concerned about … [Read more...] about #In This Together
COVID-19 Office Update
At O’DROBINAK & NOWACZYK, P.C., the health and safety of our Clients, Team Members, and Friends of our Firm, are certainly our priority amid concerns about the spread of the Coronavirus (COVID-19). The uncertainty around the pandemic has many people concerned about exposure to the virus. We are committed to ensuring everyone’s safety and making it easy and accessible for our community to get their long term care planning and estate planning questions answered, as well as ensure they have … [Read more...] about COVID-19 Office Update
