Elder Law and Estate Planning Attorney
Come meet Joseph L. Motta Thursday, May 17th, 2023, at the Wesleyan Village Classic Car Show from 4:00pm-6:00pm. Free admission – food trucks, games and raffles available for a charge. A must see event for the classic car enthusiast or Read More …
Hospice care is a type of health care that patients with terminally ill conditions rely on at the end of their lives. This type of care focuses on pain management and emotional, spiritual, and familial support for patients nearing the Read More …
Many adult children wonder what their aging parents may need and how can they can help provide it for them. You may constantly worry about your parents or other older loved ones, especially if you live far away from them. Read More …
Memory care is specialized care for patients living with Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, or other conditions that cause memory loss. Hospitals and nursing homes may have memory care units or a separate entity dedicated to this service. Memory care provides seniors with Read More …
It is easy to burn out when you are responsible for providing full-time care to an aging or disabled loved one. In some cases, caregiver burnout can result in resentment toward the individual they care for, despite their love for Read More …
A power of attorney (POA) is a legal agreement that gives a person (agent) the ability to act on behalf of another person (principal). A common question asked about POAs is under what circumstances a person can override them. POAs can Read More …
At Joseph L. Motta Co., LPA, we genuinely care about educating our population about the detriments of probate, costs of long-term care and how to qualify for Medicaid before having to loose assets and property to paying for long-term care. Read More …
While a guardian can support the protected person by making important decisions, in some cases, an individual may wish to change or dissolve the arrangement. The ward, their family, or other involved people might feel that the guardian is not Read More …
The number of people enrolling in Medicare Advantage programs offered through Medicare-approved private companies has increased over time. Based on this trend, more than half of all Medicare recipients may be enrolled in Medicare Advantage programs by 2025. As alternatives to traditional Read More …
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 Read More …
Medicaid is a state- and federally funded health program for lower-income persons of all ages. For applicants who fall into certain categories, Medicaid imposes specific rules on how much income and resources they can have and still qualify for benefits. Read More …
Choosing the correct home care provider for your aging parents is a huge responsibility. This person will be looking after the needs of those who taught you to walk, talk, and care for yourself. To ensure your parents are well Read More …
Unless you’re certain your parents have an up-to-date will, as well as a big-picture plan for what should happen in the event of their passing, you shouldn’t assume everything will be taken care of. During this season of upcoming holidays, Read More …
More than 55 million people around the world currently suffer from dementia. Advanced age remains the main risk factor for developing dementia. Yet recent studies have uncovered several other potential risk factors for dementia and cognitive decline that you may Read More …
Come meet Joseph L. Motta on Thursday, November 3rd, 2022, at the Lorain County Chamber of Commerce Business Expo from 3:30pm-6:30pm. The aim of the EXPO is simple- to provide exhibitors and attendees an opportunity to network, collaborate, learn about Read More …
Come meet Joseph L. Motta on Tuesday, November 1st, 2022, at the Lorain County Community College Spitzer Conference Center from 10:00am-2:00pm. Learn about valuable community services that specifically benefit seniors. The Aging Well Senior Expo is a great place to Read More …
Medigap premiums for plans from insurance companies offering the same benefits vary widely, so it pays to be a smart shopper. Federal law requires that each insurance company offers the same benefits for each of the Medigap plans lettered A Read More …
Come meet Joseph L. Motta Thursday, July 21, 2022, at the Danbury Senior Living Villas from 1:00pm-3:00pm. Free information expo for seniors, and people of all ages, to learn more about living your best life. Proud to be a Sponsor: Read More …
Come meet Joseph L. Motta Tuesday, July 12th, 2022, at The Independence Village Senior Living in Avon Lake, OH. Join us with the same panel from The Most Informative Lunch & Learn EVER!, that we put on Tuesday, Read More …
Do you love local baseball as much as Joe? Take advantage of the opportunity to enjoy a wonderful night with the family watching baseball at the Lake Erie Crushers stadium in Avon on July 8th and stop by Joe’s table. Read More …
