CNY Elder Law

On October 24, 2025, the Social Security Administration (SSA) announced that Social Security beneficiaries will receive a 2.8 percent cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) in 2026.

Older adults in long-term care face notable emotional health challenges. According to data from 2022, depression affects more than 25 percent of residential care community recipients. A 2024 study found that up to 56 percent of residents in long-term care report loneliness.

The effects of the federal government shutting down may not always seem direct or immediate, but the risks and disruptions are real.

Oregon’s lawmakers are cautiously working toward establishing a single-payer universal health care plan.

Research and reporting have shown mixed outcomes, but many studies suggest troubling patterns when private equity enters the nursing home sector.

Despite over 2 million older adults receiving federal rental assistance, only about one in three older adults who need federal rental assistance receive it. The situation, experts say, is likely to worsen in light of possible rule and policy changes.

The federal government’s health insurance program, Medicare, can be confusing. If you are eligible for Medicare and need help navigating the system, you can turn to your local State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP).

Many people mistake dementia symptoms for normal aging. However, memory problems and marked cognitive decline are not considered a normal part of aging and should be assessed by a medical professional.

Navigating Medicaid can be daunting. Working with an experienced elder law attorney who understands the complexities of the program is crucial.

When a caregiver loses the loved one they have been caring for, the grief can be profound. Not only is there the pain of losing someone they love, but many caregivers also experience a second, less obvious loss: the loss of their role and identity as a caregiver.