Elder Law Attorneys Who Can Help You Prepare For Later Stages Of Life
Last updated on March 10, 2025
Nursing homes and assisted care facilities are extremely expensive. Most people do not have a plan in place that would help them pay for the care that they or their loved ones will need as they get older. With people living longer than ever before, many families face extremely difficult questions regarding health care, long-term care and the protection of financial assets.
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Since 1985, the team at Angiuli & Gentile, LLP, has guided families through the elder law process. Our lawyers will replace your questions and concerns with peace and confidence.
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The “right answer” to your questions about elder law will depend on many factors, chief among them are your own unique goals and objectives. We address each and every issue present, helping you make sure that you are prepared for any contingencies that may arise. Some of the various matters that our attorneys assist with in our elder law practice include:
- Helping you determine how to pay for a nursing home
- Planning for Medicaid or applying for Medicaid
- Creating an asset protection and preservation plan
- Applying for guardianships over incapacitated loved ones
- Drafting or modifying estate planning documents, including supplemental needs trusts
- Assisting with issues related to veteran’s benefits
This might not be an easy subject to discuss for you or your loved ones. We can make this entire discussion seem less intimidating. We can answer any of your questions in a very straightforward manner, so you are not left guessing at what is best for you and your family. Our lawyers are here to walk you through each step to ensure that you have the right plan in place for your future.
Do you need assistance protecting your estate? We offer a variety of estate planning and probate services, including wills, trusts, powers of attorney and health care proxies. To learn more, see our estate planning and probate page.
The Importance Of Advance Planning
It is very important to plan ahead for long-term care. Not only may you need care unexpectedly, making that advance plan crucial, but it can be very expensive. It is never too early to start thinking about the future, especially when planning early can help you address these costs and prepare your family for what is to come.
Steps you can take include writing a living will, setting up a medical or financial power of attorney, using advance medical directives, putting money aside in trust funds and much more. Our team will help you determine what is best for you and your family.
There are many benefits to planning ahead for your family and loved ones. It can help to reduce their stress and anxiety because they know that no matter what happens, there is a plan in place already. It can also increase your own peace of mind because you know that your wishes will be respected.
Crafting a plan gives you greater control over future medical care and your own living arrangements, especially because you can make these decisions while you are in good health. On top of that, there are many potential financial savings because you can plan ahead and avoid costly last-minute decisions. You know that your future is in good hands and that you already have to make these critical decisions that will influence your care and quality of life.
If you procrastinate and do not plan ahead, as so many people do, it can lead to costly last-minute decisions that may not align with your wishes. It also increases the stress and the burden on family members and caregivers, especially when they have to make decisions about end-of-life care without actually knowing what you would have wanted.
From a practical standpoint, not having a plan can reduce the quality of care or living arrangements that you enjoy currently, and due to a lack of planning, you could potentially lose assets or benefits.
If you do not have a plan yet, it is time to take that first step to put your future – and your family – first. This can be a complex process as you assess future medical and financial needs, create a plan well in advance, and then update those documents as necessary. During this time, it can be very helpful to consult with an experienced elder law attorney.
Our friendly team can offer legal guidance as you explore your options, draft your paperwork, file the documents, have crucial conversations with family members and much more. Remember, doing this in advance isn’t just about you; it’s a way to prioritize your loved ones and address their future, as well.
We’re In This Together.
You do not have to spend another moment dealing with unsettled questions and worrying about your future. Contact us online or call 347-201-4447 today to discuss your needs with a Staten Island elder law attorney.
