The Generations Legal Group Podcast

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“Aging” or “Growing Old” has to be better than dying young, right?? Join Certified Elder Law Attorney, Todd Whatley, Founder of Generations Legal Group as he dives deep into the complexities, sensitive topics, and how-to’s of becoming an “aging individual” or caregiver of an aging loved one. This podcast covers senior-related caregiving issues, legal/financial issues, when to stop driving, late in life marriages, grief, death, and other end of life concerns. If you struggle with what to do next, how to cope, or simply the basics on what lies ahead as you or your loved one ages, this podcast provides solutions to your questions.

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Epi 95 How Should I be Paying Mom's Bills

Apr 26 2023 16 mins

Today Sara and Todd talk about the way you SHOULD be paying mom and dad's bills . If you are helping mom and dad out by picking some things up at the store for them, you are probably doing what makes sense. However, you are probably doing it wrong!!Todd and Sara walk you though this seemingly innocent process to show you how it can cause problems with the Medicaid application and i

Epi 94 What are some of the Joys of Aging?

Apr 19 2023 22 mins

Today Sara and Todd have a little fun. It's been a little depressing lately so they decide to talk about the things that can bring joy as you age. Anything from a lack of filter so you can say pretty much anything you want to volunteering to make a difference to a child or non-profit. There are many ways to have joy and bring joy to others.Listen today and hopefully get and give a

Epi 93 Does My Revocable Living Trust Protect Me from Medicaid?

Apr 12 2023 15 mins

Today Sara and Todd talk about a very common misconception that people have about their Revocable Living Trust; does it protect me from Medicaid. The short answer is "no" but there's more to it than that and also, is it the end of the world if it doesn't? Again, the answer is "no".Today they talk about why the RLT doesn't work, what does work and what to do if you don't qualify. It

Epi 92 Why is it So Important to Plan Ahead?

Apr 05 2023 19 mins

Today Sara and Todd talk about a struggle they have with potential clients every day. Getting people to finally take the steps to get their estate plan in order is so critically important. Today Todd and Sara talk about the reasons it's necessary to do your planning now. Not planning is always more expensive and limits the actions you can take to protect your estate. It also put th

Epi 91 What to Do If a Loved One Is Being Abused

Mar 15 2023 34 mins

Sara and Todd jump into a really heavy subject today, Elder Abuse. This topic is hard to digest but it is there. They have seen it in Todd's Elder Law Practice a number of times in the last few weeks and it's something that needs to be addressed.In this episode, they discuss the different types of abuse and how to recognize it and then what to do when you see abuse. There are thing

Epi 90 The VA Benefits Update 2023

Feb 22 2023 18 mins

Today, Todd and Sara cover a topic they've covered before but with recent updates. We encourage you that if you are a Veteran or especially if you know a Veteran (or the widow of a Veteran) needing help getting the care they need, you have to listen to this benefit.Today we discuss the assets limits and the amounts of monthly benefits that a Veteran or their spouse can get. Please

Epi 89 What if my Income is too High to Qualify for Medicaid? How do I pay for the Nursing Home?

Feb 01 2023 11 mins

We get this question all the time. People are told "your income is too high to qualify for Medicaid". However, their income is WAY less than what it takes to pay for the nursing home. Some States have what is called an "Income Cap" which means there is a maximum amount that you can make. However, that limit is much under the amount that facilities cost.Therefore, you have to jump t

Epi 88 Can I pay a Family Member to Care for a Loved One.

Jan 25 2023 18 mins

Today Todd and Sara tackle a very common question and issue causing problems with aging families. It makes sense to pay for a family member (child or grandchild) to get paid to care for an aging loved one. It makes sense to you but not to the Medicaid agency when you need to apply for Medicaid. Today we discuss how to make this work which takes PRE PLANNING. You have to do this on

Epi 87 Where Do I find Help when Placing a Loved One in Long Term Care?

Jan 18 2023 26 mins

Today, Sara shares with us her real expertise of working with seniors and their families when it comes to deciding IF someone needs a higher level of care and then HOW to go about it.You may not be able to hire Sara but there are people near you that can probably do what Sara does. By listening to today's podcast you will know what should happen and know what questions to ask. Hope

Epi 86 How Do I Help a Loved one Transition to a Higher Level of Care?

Jan 04 2023 23 mins

Today, Sara and Todd talk about one the harder things they deal with in their work. They see families have to transition from where they are now to a higher level of care such as assisted living or a nursing home.That is a hard process for everyone involved. Sara is directly involved in helping families do this every day. Today, she talks about the process and gives you steps to ta