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In Pennsylvania, a Family Caregiver Agreement  is a formal contract that turns informal help into a professional arrangement. Why does this matter? Because without one, any money given to a family member for care is viewed by the state as a "gift." This can trigger massive financial penalties and delay Medical Assistance (Medicaid) eligibility for years. A well-drafted agreement protects the caregiver’s income and the senior’s path to long-term care benefits.   As Pennsylvani

Caring for a loved one is a journey filled with both rewarding and challenging moments. Yet when a crisis arises, whether it is a sudden hospitalization, a financial emergency, challenges from rival siblings, or the difficult decision to transition to end-of-life care, caregivers are often thrust into high-pressure situations with little time to think.  For Pennsylvania caregivers and their families, being legally prepared is critical. Without the proper documents, caregivers

Caring for a loved one can be one of the most rewarding yet challenging experiences of our lives. Whether it’s a parent with dementia, a...

As estate planning and elder law attorneys, we encounter many caregivers. Roughly 80% of caregiving is provided by family members. ...

Hope Grows is a nonprofit organization located in Moon Township, Pennsylvania that provides support to caregivers. Lisa Story founded...

A Guardian of the Person is someone appointed by the Court to manage the life decisions, including health affairs, of an Incapacitated...

More than 1.6 million Pennsylvanians care for older parents, spouses or other loved ones, helping them to live independently in their own...