A Quick Guide on Contesting a Will

When a person dies, their last will and testament is meant to provide clarity about how their estate will be distributed. But what happens when you believe that a loved one’s will doesn’t reflect their true wishes or that something went wrong in the process of...

New Research on Dementia Risk Factors, Screenings

Dementia, which affects one in 10 older adults, is not a normal part of aging. Early detection and risk reduction are crucial. Recent research highlights several nontraditional risk factors for dementia, including mental health issues (loneliness and depression),...

Don’t Let DAC Benefits Disrupt Medicaid and SSI

Disabled Adult Child (DAC) benefits can increase one’s income and cause Supplemental Security Income (SSI) to stop. If SSI stops, Medicaid can be at risk — but many people who lose SSI because of DAC can still keep Medicaid. Act quickly if a DAC award letter arrives...

ABLE Accounts for Housing Without Losing Benefits

An ABLE account can pay for rent, utilities, and other housing costs while helping preserve means-tested public benefits like Supplemental Security Income (SSI). To avoid SSI reductions tied to housing support, pay housing bills from the ABLE account within the same...
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