Syracuse Elder Law Attorney - Davies Law Firm

From Davies Law Firm – Syracuse Elder Law Attorney explains how elder law addresses the legal, financial, and healthcare challenges facing seniors and their families in Central New York. This podcast episode explores long-term care planning, Medicaid eligibility in New York, guardianship, estate planning, and protecting legal rights while aging, with a focus on families in Syracuse and Onondaga County.

Drawing on decades of experience, the discussion highlights how Frederick P. Davies and William P. Davies have guided Central New York families through Medicaid planning, asset preservation, and elder law matters. The episode covers working with the Onondaga County Department of Social Services, understanding the local Medicaid application process, and avoiding unnecessary spend-down of life savings while qualifying for nursing home and assisted living benefits.

Listeners will learn what an elder law attorney does, when to create powers of attorney and healthcare directives under New York law, and how guardianship proceedings work when incapacity arises. The podcast also explains key topics such as the five-year Medicaid look-back period, countable versus exempt assets, spousal impoverishment protections, Medicaid-compliant annuities, pooled income trusts, caregiver agreements, veterans’ Aid and Attendance benefits, and recognizing and addressing elder abuse.

The episode concludes with an overview of special needs trusts, Medicaid applications in Syracuse, and practical steps families can take before a crisis occurs. Featuring insights from Davies Law Firm, this podcast is designed for individuals planning for aging parents or their own future care who want clear guidance on elder law, Medicaid planning, and long-term care options in Onondaga County and throughout Central New York.

Davies Law Firm

210 E Fayette St, Syracuse, NY 13202, United States

(315) 472-6511

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