People are living longer.  Health care costs are going up.  Insurance costs are going up.  Assisted care or nursing facilities can cost upwards of $6,000 per month.  Except for the fortunate who are either very wealthy or very healthy, or both, many people, as they get older, need to

In March 2010, Congress enacted the Elder Justice Act (“EJA”).  The EJA was intended to address weaknesses in federal and state laws that protect the abuse and neglect of the elderly, including residents of nursing homes and other facilities.  Largely, the EJA creates new fu

The beginning of a new year is always a good time to evaluate a number of financial matters, including such things as strategies to reach retirement goals or to pay for the increasing costs of a child’s education.  Although it is a vital component of anyone’s financial planning,