Stinson Law Firm, LLC

06/04/2026

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Adults 60 and older reported $7.7 billion in losses to internet crime in 2025. Here are free steps to help protect your parents from identity theft.

06/03/2026

Myth: If I qualify for VA Pension, I automatically qualify for Medicaid.

Not necessarily.

These are two separate programs with different rules.

Each looks at:
• Income
• Assets
• Eligibility requirements

And in some cases, receiving VA Pension can affect how Medicaid evaluates your financial situation.

Understanding how these programs interact is important—especially when planning for long-term care.

A coordinated approach can help avoid unexpected issues.

06/01/2026

For many families, the farm isn’t just property—it’s a legacy.

But when long-term care becomes part of the picture, that legacy can be affected without the right planning in place.

In some cases, Medicaid rules allow claims against property after care is provided.

That’s why planning ahead matters.

With the right approach, there may be ways to:
• Preserve the family farm
• Plan for care needs
• Keep property within the family

This article walks through how these strategies work:
🔗 https://stinsonelderlaw.com/protecting-the-family-farm/

05/30/2026

“Mom’s memory is slipping…”
“Dad had a fall, and no one was there…”
“My parents need help—but they’re refusing…”

These are some of the hardest conversations families face.

And more often than not, they don’t happen all at once—they unfold over time.

If you’re navigating this, a few things can help:
• Take it one step at a time
• Listen for what’s behind the resistance
• Lead with concern, not urgency
• Focus on support—not control

These conversations aren’t easy.

But you’re not alone in having them.

05/29/2026

05/27/2026

Many families worry that qualifying for Medicaid means losing everything.

In reality, it’s not just about the numbers—it’s about how the plan is structured.

With the right approach, it may be possible to:
• Protect certain assets
• Provide for a spouse at home
• Access needed care without unnecessary loss

The rules can feel overwhelming—but there are options people don’t always realize they have.

Understanding what counts—and what can be done ahead of time or during a crisis—can make a meaningful difference.

Learn more here:
🔗 https://stinsonelderlaw.com/value-of-attorney-in-indiana-medicaid-eligibility/

05/27/2026

https://indianacapitalchronicle.com/briefs/new-indiana-transparency-dashboard-details-how-state-agencies-spend-federal-grants/

A new dashboard intends to give Hoosiers a better look at how federal grant dollars awarded to Indiana are spent.

05/25/2026

Many families are surprised to learn that certain home health services may already be available through Medicare.

But they often go unused.

In some cases, people qualify for services like:
• Skilled nursing care
• Therapy services
• Limited in-home support

—yet never access them.

For individuals trying to stay at home longer, these benefits can make a meaningful difference.

Understanding what’s available—and when it applies—is an important part of planning for care.

Learn more here:
🔗 https://stinsonelderlaw.com/home-health-services-underutilized-by-seniors/

05/23/2026

Many families feel like a nursing home is the only option.

But some Medicaid waivers are specifically designed to help people receive care at home or in the community.

Knowing this earlier can change the conversation entirely.

05/20/2026

“What will happen to my child when I’m no longer here?”

It’s one of the most important—and difficult—questions parents of children with disabilities face.

Planning ahead can’t answer everything.

But it can provide structure, clarity, and reassurance that your child will be supported in the way you intend.

There are tools that can help:
• Special Needs Trusts
• Guardianship considerations
• Long-term care planning

Each piece plays a role in protecting your child’s future.

This article walks through where to start:
🔗 https://stinsonelderlaw.com/planning-for-the-future-when-you-have-a-child-with-disabilities/