Terminal Sedation And Dehydration,
2012
Yale University School
Terminal Sedation And Dehydration, Charles F. Mckhann
Marquette Elder's Advisor
This article examines the range of medical intervention at life's end can vary greatly, from sedation to euthanasia.
Planning And Experiencing The Move To A Continuing Care Retirement,
2012
Ithaca College
Planning And Experiencing The Move To A Continuing Care Retirement, Mary Anne Erickson, John A. Krout
Marquette Elder's Advisor
This article suggest that continuing care retirement communities have become more common. While expensive, they offer many amenities as well as long term care
Texas' Nursing Home Enforcement System,
2012
Marquette University Law School
Texas' Nursing Home Enforcement System, Lowell A. Keig, Rande K. Herrell
Marquette Elder's Advisor
This article examines Texas' nursing home regulation system, and suggest that it should be a national model.
From The Editor,
2012
Marquette University Law School
From The Editor, Alison Mcchrystal Barnes
Marquette Elder's Advisor
No abstract provided.
Retirement Account Distributions: A Journey Through The New Rules,
2012
Marquette University Law School
Retirement Account Distributions: A Journey Through The New Rules, Catherine M. Priebe Hertzberg
Marquette Elder's Advisor
This article examines new proposed regulations that make changes to minimum required distribution rules for IRAs and other retirement accounts
Table Of Contents,
2012
Marquette University Law School
A Quick Survey Of The Americans With Disabilities Act,
2012
Marquette University Law School
A Quick Survey Of The Americans With Disabilities Act
Marquette Elder's Advisor
The Americans with Disabilities Act provides a wide range or protections from discrimination for elders who have physical and mental disabilities. The following article, the first of a series, provides an overview of the structure and principles of the ADA, concentrating on the protections provided for senior citizens seeking to remain on the job.
Internet Resources For Long-Term Care Insurance,
2012
University of Miami Law
Internet Resources For Long-Term Care Insurance, Robin C. Schard
Marquette Elder's Advisor
This article looks at long-term care insurance on the Web. The various perspectives represented and information provided by insurance governance, organizations, consumer advocacy groups, and insurance companies create a solid basis for beginning the decision making process with regard to LTC insurance.
Medicare Handbook,
2012
Marquette University Law School
Remarks Of Senator Charles Grassley To The Aarp's Board Of Directors,
2012
Marquette University Law School
Remarks Of Senator Charles Grassley To The Aarp's Board Of Directors, Charles Grassley
Marquette Elder's Advisor
On February 14, 2001, Senator Grassley addressed the board of directors of the AARP. His remarks concerned matters of interest to all elderly Americans.
Suicide Late In Life,
2012
Mayo Medical School
Suicide Late In Life, Richard E. Finlayson
Marquette Elder's Advisor
There are few events that so deeply affect survivors as does suicide. This article examines the disbelief, anxiety, sadness, guilt and deep questioning of ones prior relationship with the departed.
Funding A Grandchild's College Education,
2012
University of Illinois
Funding A Grandchild's College Education, Richard L. Kaplan
Marquette Elder's Advisor
This article examines a number of college-funding mechanisms available to grandparents for their grandchildren. In light of the multifaceted considerations and often conflicting factors, the article shows which approaches are most appropriate given any set of circumstances
Funding Long-Term Care: Is There A Way To Ensure That Our Assets Will Last Longer Than We Will?,
2012
New Mexico School of Law
Funding Long-Term Care: Is There A Way To Ensure That Our Assets Will Last Longer Than We Will?, Nathalie D. Martin
Marquette Elder's Advisor
Long-term care is subject of great concern to most elders. Stripping away the emotional hype and confusing lingo surrounding this topic is essential to making sound decisions. This article pares away all the extraneous complications and lays out the options that are currently available to elders, paying particular attention to the methods available to fund long-term care if or when it is needed
Is It Personal Autonomy Or A Personality Disorder?,
2012
Marquette University Law School
Is It Personal Autonomy Or A Personality Disorder?, Steve Fox
Marquette Elder's Advisor
In today's environment of mental health issues, protecting the rights of the elderly becomes even more challenging. Understanding the role of medical and psychiatric evaluations- and critical review of the quality of such reports- is crucial to providing adequate safeguards for clients.
Income-Only Trusts: A Win-Win-Win Option In Estate Planning,
2012
Marquette University Law School
Income-Only Trusts: A Win-Win-Win Option In Estate Planning, Billie M. Castle
Marquette Elder's Advisor
When appropriate, income-only trusts can achieve the multiple objectives of preserving assets while minimizing tax liability, protecting assets against the possibility of long-term care costs, and retaining control of the grantor. This article examines the important factors that need to be considered to use income-only trusts successfully.
The Invisible Elder: The Plight Of The Elder Native American,
2012
Marquette University Law School
The Invisible Elder: The Plight Of The Elder Native American, Lora A. Kaelber
Marquette Elder's Advisor
This article reveals the circumstances of many Native American elders. It reviews various causes and attempts at rectification and, in particular, one of the most recent efforts- high-stakes gaming. In keeping with a long history of failure of government intervention programs, this newest effort may be aggravating already difficult circumstances for the elderly
Isolated And Underserved: Reaching Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, And Transgender Seniors,
2012
Marquette University Law School
Isolated And Underserved: Reaching Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, And Transgender Seniors, Nancy Flaxman
Marquette Elder's Advisor
This article examines how elders with diverse sexual orientations typically have spent a lifetime in the closet. Though many would benefit from professional advice that would assist with estate and financial planning and other issues raised by their nontraditional relationships, an attorney may never know unless the firm takes the first steps and lets the public know that LGBT elders are welcome and respected.
The Changing Face Of Seniors: Ethnic Diversity In The Aging Baby Boom Population,
2012
Marquette University Law School
The Changing Face Of Seniors: Ethnic Diversity In The Aging Baby Boom Population, Clayton Fong
Marquette Elder's Advisor
Asian/Pacific elders present unique issues in professional services, including language barriers, family loyalties and diversity of cultural backgrounds. This article sketches a profile of this growing population
Consumer Preferences For A Consumer Directed Cash Option Versus Traditional Services,
2012
University of Maryland
Consumer Preferences For A Consumer Directed Cash Option Versus Traditional Services, Sharon M. Desmond, Kevin J. Mahoney, Lori Simon-Rusinowitz, Dawn M. Shoop
Marquette Elder's Advisor
This article examines the findings of a telephone survey inquiring into the preferences of Florida elders and adults with physical disabilities with regard to various options for receiving assistance and service.
Social Security Reform: Creating Transformative Opportunities For African Americans,
2012
Marquette University Law School
Social Security Reform: Creating Transformative Opportunities For African Americans, Pheobe Weaver Williams
Marquette Elder's Advisor
The Social Security retirement income program provides important security to nearly all workers in the U.S. Professor Williams reviews aspects of the Social Security system and proposes reforms in order to provide equitable protection.
