According to the latest statistics, almost 17% of the adult population in the country provides unpaid care to an adult over the age of 50. Over three-quarters of these caregivers are women who spend on average the same number of hours a week providing care as people...
The poet Robert Burns wrote the memorable line “the best laid plans of mice and men…” and he was correct. Sometimes even the best plans can be foiled by an unexpected turn of events, such as happened to Ann and George. The couple had been married for...
Good news for Medicaid recipients! A month ago we wrote about Medicaid eligibility numbers being increased this year. Well, effective immediately, Medicaid recipients or applicants in New York State will enjoy another increase in the income and asset limitations, as...
Elder Law and Estate Planning attorney Ellen Makofsky explains the difference between the Medicare and Medicaid program. New York Medicaid planning attorneys of Makofsky Valente Law Group, P.C. can help you get the through the Medicaid...
Long Island Medicaid planning and application attorney Judith Raskin discusses how Makofsky Valente Law Group, P.C. can help you apply for Medicaid and plan for your...
Since 1991, Makofsky Valente Law Group, P.C. (and its predecessor firms), consisting of a compassionate team of attorneys, paralegals and support staff, has devoted its efforts to providing competent and caring legal services in the areas of Elder Law, Trust and Estates, Probate and Estate Administration, Medicaid Planning and Applications, Guardianships, and Special Needs Planning. Founding Partner, Ellen G. Makofsky, is a Certified Elder Law Attorney ("CELA").*
