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In November 2022, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) announced that Medicare coverage will be expanded to include medically necessary dental services. This change in Medicare rules will allow people with life-threatening conditions to receive dental care and operations related to conditions approved by CMS. The provisions in […]

Florida Bar Board Certified Elder Law Attorney, Heather Kirson of The Elder Law Center of Kirson & Fuller gave expert advice on understanding wills, trusts and advance directives at the Humana Neighborhood Center in Altamonte Springs on April 12th. “…outstanding job! The feedback has been nothing short of spectacular. Thanks […]

In order to be eligible for Medicaid, you cannot have recently transferred assets. Congress does not want you to move into a nursing home on Monday, give all your money to your children (or whomever) on Tuesday, and qualify for Medicaid on Wednesday. So it has imposed a penalty on […]

The tax plan put forward by the Republican-led House of Representatives would eliminate many current deductions, and getting rid of one of them in particular could deal a serious financial blow to seniors and individuals with disabilities. The plan proposes eliminating the medical expense deduction, a change that will especially […]

Join Florida Bar Board Certified Elder Law Attorney, Heather Kirson LIVE for expert advice on planning for long-term care, advance directives, VA benefits, Medicaid and more on Thursday, May 4th at 6:00pm, EST. at The Mark Street Senior Recreation Center – 99 East Mark Street, Orlando, FL. 32803 We also […]

For the first time in more than 10 years, Medicare Part B enrollees will see some of their costs decline. In an announcement issued by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), the agency outlined changes to the premium, deductible, and co-payment amounts for numerous Medicare costs taking effect in 2023. Medicare Part […]

Madison at Clermont invites you to their 70’s Party on Thursday, April 20th from 5:00pm – 7:00pm, EST. Location: 650 E Minnehaha Ave, Clermont, FL. 34711 To RSVP or for more information email Treva Baily at tbaily@madisonatclermont.com or call 352-541-0844 We hope to see you there!

When an incapacitated person cannot make personal or financial decisions, state courts may appoint a guardian to assist the individual with determining where to live, what kind of care to receive, or how to manage finances. In some cases, guardians may wish to move their ward — someone whom a […]

Assisted living facilities support older adults with daily living while fostering their independence. Individuals who do not require round-the-clock nursing but need help with everyday activities like bathing, housekeeping, medications, and meal preparation can benefit from assisted living. Some seniors choose to move into assisted living following a frightening event, such […]

  Here at The Elder Law Center of Kirson & Fuller, we love our pets! Take a moment to meet some of our friendly, furry extended family members. Say Hello to Gracie! Gracie is a beloved member of senior attorney, Tracy Zanco’ s family. Tracy and her family adopted Gracie, […]