Planning To Keep It: An Explanation of Elder Law Planning for New Yorkers

Listen to Lawrence if you are Planning to Keep It, is exactly as its subtitle states: An explanation of Elder Law Planning for New Yorkers. Clear and concise with some humor sprinkled in to offset this sometimes daunting topic, the book covers five major concepts: ∙ the role and importance of long-term care insurance∙ the role and importance of Medicaid eligibility∙ planning to save your home and other assets∙ other important documents for your elder law plan and will and trust add-ons you may need. Lawrence Davidow, a New York Elder Law Attorney, who was one of the first to concentrate in this area on Long Island, explains the basic concepts of Elder Law Planning and then presents the tools available to best deal with these challenges. This is not a do-it-yourself guide to Elder Law Planning, but itis the first step to understanding what may come along with the process of aging and learning about the different solutions that could be used to protect and preserve dignity, independence, assets and the emotional wellness of everyone involved. Take a look at what his clients are saying... “We procrastinated with our planning for years and now that you have led us through the process, we are sorry we waited so long and we don’t know how to thank you!” -J.H. Holbrook “Lawrence, you took the time to explain our options and answer all our questions in a way that we could truly understand, and for that, we thank you.” -J.G. Babylon The “Listen to Lawrence” model where Lawrence Davidow educates and enlightens his audiences has grown from local Listen to Lawrence seminars to a widely distributed electronic newsletter (The Listen to Lawrence Letter) that answers commonly asked questions to a Listen to Lawrence podcast series and now this Listen to Lawrence book. Reading Listen to Lawrence if you are Planning to Keep It will help you realize: ∙ the best you can do is plan for the worst and hope for the best! ∙ how a little bit of planning and preparation goes a long way in making the later years of life far less trying. ∙ how to ease the stress and anxiety you may feel about the uncertainties of growing old and about the level of care you may need. ∙ how careful planning becomes more important as you age, not less so, because change comes swiftly and suddenly and your ability to adapt to change diminishes. Lawrence Eric Davidow is an Elder Law Attorney helping older people and their families with the legal issues they face as they age. What he knows really makes a difference in people’s lives. What he knows eases burdens, increases quality of life, protects assets and provides peace of mind. Read more