CNY Elder Law

Appealing an SSI or SSDI denial can be a long and frustrating process, but persistence matters. Many successful claims are approved only after one or more appeals.

A sobering investigation has revealed that hundreds of nursing home residents nationwide have been physically harmed by fellow residents, sometimes with tragic consequences.

AARP recently published its annual list of the Top 100 Places to Live for Older Adults.

While most people say they worried about affording long-term care, few take steps to discuss it with a financial planner.

Reducing the risk of developing dementia and identifying risk early can prove essential for older adults. A growing body of research links dementia to loneliness, depression, insomnia, and even food insecurity.

As of the 2025 tax year, many older Americans may realize a new tax benefit thanks to a provision in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act.

Understanding Medicare’s rules for care in a skilled nursing facility (SNF) is useful for older adults, people with disabilities, and family caregivers, particularly because confusion about SNF coverage can lead to unexpected bills.

Many people assume they will never need long-term care. However, nearly 70 percent of adults age 65 and over will require such services at some point in their later years. Long-term care insurance (LTCI) can help older adults afford the long-term care services they may one day need.

Existing Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) rules grant specific accommodations based on age, particularly for workers over age 50. However, changes to these age-related criteria could significantly increase the number of older adults whose disability benefits applications are denied.

Is it time to consider in-home care for an aging loved one? Here are some ways to tell.