Monthly Archives: June 2023
Florida Medicaid Increases Personal Needs Allowance: Effective July 1, 2023
The Florida Legislature recently raised the Florida Medicaid Personal Needs Allowance from $130 per month to $160 per month, effective July 1, 2023. In Florida, Medicaid covers the difference between the full cost of long-term care in a skilled nursing facility and an individual’s income for eligible Florida residents. As a part of their… Read More »
CPR for the Elderly: Survival or Suffering?
The famous life-saving rescue technique, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), could be worse than death, especially for the elderly. The misconceptions surrounding the use of CPR stems from the unrealistic high success rate of CPR shown on television to add a heroic plot line. In reality, CPR may cause more harm than good, with an out-of-hospital… Read More »
What Is A Power Of Attorney?
Executing a Power of Attorney is an important step to protect your future. With a power of attorney, you can designate someone to act on your behalf, whether or not you are declared incapacitated. This important legal tool allows you to maintain control of your life while having a plan if you need someone… Read More »