Olivia K. Smith, Attorney at Law

01/14/2025

Medicare is constantly evolving to adapt to the needs of older Americans, and several significant changes have been incorporated into the program for 2025.

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Medicare is constantly evolving to adapt to the needs of older Americans, and several significant changes have been incorporated into the program for 2025.

11/15/2024

National Caregivers Month is celebrated every November to recognize and honor the millions of Americans who provide care to their loved ones. Honor caregivers in your life by offering help, watching for signs of depression or burnout, providing respite and breaks for self-care, and simply saying "thank you."

Reach out to an Elder Law Attorney, who can assist you in planning for long-term care, drafting family caregiver agreements, or connecting you with other useful resources.

https://oksmithlaw.com/10-steps-to-less-stressful-caretaking/

A Place for Mom reports that 41.8 million Americans, most of them women, provide unpaid care for adults aged 50 and older. More than a quarter of those receiving such care have Alzheimer’s disease or dementia, per AARP.

11/11/2024

On this Veteran’s Day I’d like to recognize America’s veterans, past and present. Honor those who have fought for ideals of democracy and freedom, equal treatment and opportunity for all races, colors, religions, national origins, genders, and pronouns. Admire the bravery, courage, service and sacrifice our veterans have made to bring about and preserve liberties and freedoms for all Americans, today, tomorrow, and for generations to come.

11/05/2024

Imagine not being able to marry or even live with the person you love. The recently released documentary Patrice: The Movie, now available on Hulu, addresses this emotionally challenging conundrum.

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https://oksmithlaw.com/to-marry-or-not-to-marry-a-story-of-disability-benefits/

Imagine not being able to marry or even live with the person you love. The recently released documentary Patrice: The Movie, now available on Hulu, addresses this emotionally challenging conundrum

10/29/2024

Here are some steps you can take to get started with the estate planning process, even before you meet with an attorney to work on any legal documents.

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10/25/2024

The Older Americans Act seeks to promote the well-being, dignity, and independence of older Americans. By providing billions of dollars in funding for essential services, the OAA helps seniors live in their homes and communities for as long as possible.

https://oksmithlaw.com/the-older-americans-act-is-up-for-renewal-why-that-matters/

The Older Americans Act seeks to promote the well-being, dignity, and independence of older Americans. By providing billions of dollars in funding for essential services, the OAA helps seniors live in their homes and communities for as long as possible.

10/15/2024

If you've created a business, you know that success doesn't happen overnight. But do you know what will happen to your business if something unexpected impacts you or when you decide to step away?

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If you've created a business, you know that success doesn't happen overnight. But do you know what will happen to your business if something unexpected impacts you or when you decide to step away?

10/09/2024

Making plans that address your child's experience while living with certain impairments requires careful thought and planning. When looking toward their future, consider your child's ability to make decisions and find the resources they will need.

https://oksmithlaw.com/planning-for-children-and-adult-children-with-special-needs/

Making plans that address your child's experience while living with certain impairments requires careful thought and planning. When looking toward their future, consider your child's ability to make decisions and find the resources they will need.

10/01/2024

Medicaid can provide seniors with financial assistance for home care services. However, since the federal government and the individual states run Medicaid jointly, benefits coverage is different in each state.

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https://oksmithlaw.com/an-elder-care-lawyer-can-help-you-get-medicaid-home-care/

Medicaid can provide seniors with financial assistance for home care services. However, since the federal government and the individual states run Medicaid jointly, benefits coverage is different in each state.

09/24/2024

Medicare open enrollment is on the horizon. Start thinking about changes you may want to make to your coverage. Some significant changes have come along for Medicare, with more taking effect in the near future.

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https://oksmithlaw.com/medicare-open-enrollment-and-new-benefits-are-on-the-way/

Medicare open enrollment is on the horizon. Start thinking about changes you may want to make to your coverage. Some significant changes have come along for Medicare, with more taking effect in the near future.

09/24/2024

Upcoming event, TODAY Tuesday September 24th 5:30pm - 8:00pm!



MadTree Brewing's Ascending Women event series, "Caring & Coping Through Alzheimer's & Dementia". Come hear from Kristin Cooley, Program Director for the Giving Voice Foundation, and Dr. Rhonna Shatz, UC neurologist, about the in's and out's of Alzheimer's & Dementia.



Tickets are $15, and contribute to MadTree Brewing's 1% for the planet initiative.



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09/17/2024

While simple estate plans may just use a will, more complex plans may benefit from also employing a trust.

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https://oksmithlaw.com/who-needs-a-trust-instead-of-a-will/

While simple estate plans may just use a will, more complex plans may benefit from also employing a trust.