In this episode of Beyond the Will, hosts Linda Strohschein and Dana Bzdelik explore various topics related to elder law, including the importance of comprehensive estate planning, factors contributing to senior happiness, common planning mistakes, and the role of technology in supporting seniors. They also discuss veterans' benefits, the gut-brain connection, and provide scam alerts to protect seniors. The episode concludes with a Q&A segment addressing essential estate planning documents and considerations for introducing AI companions into senior care.

Chapters 

00:00 Introduction

05:57 Senior Happiness Index: What Makes Seniors Happy?

07:42 Common Estate Planning Mistakes After Age 65

10:09 Innovations in Senior Care: AI Companions

11:58 Understanding Veterans Benefits

13:07 The Gut-Brain Connection and Aging

14:22 Senior Scam Alert: Home Improvement Fraud

16:11 Q&A: Essential Estate Planning Documents

19:07 Outro

Contact

Website:www.StrohscheinLawGroup.com

Webinars: www.StrohscheinLawGroup.com/events

Email:[email protected]

Phone: 630-377-3241

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/StrohscheinLawGroup

August 2025 Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/175ece8a6b0c/august-newsletter-11039500

"Meet Strohschein Law Group" Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tiWBwMKhx-Q

This information provided by Strohschein Law Group is general in nature and is not intended to be legal advice, nor does it constitute a legal relationship.  Please consult an attorney for advice regarding your individual situation.

(*) The Supreme Court of Illinois does not recognize certifications of specialties in the practice of law and the CELA designation is not a requirement to practice law in Illinois.

In this episode of Beyond the Will, hosts Linda Strohschein and Dana Bzdelik discuss essential topics in elder law, including long-term care planning, Medicare and Social Security changes, job market trends for older adults, and the importance of protecting seniors from scams. They also address listener questions, providing insights into navigating complex legal and financial landscapes for aging individuals and their families.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Newsletter Highlights

03:39 Supporting Children with Special Needs

04:28 Long-Term Care Planning Insights

07:37 Understanding Durable Medical Equipment

10:58 Changes in Social Security Retirement Age

12:59 AARP and Indeed's Job Support for Older Workers

15:16 Senior Scam Alerts and Protection Tips

17:49 Listener Q&A and Upcoming Webinars

20:13 Outro

July 2025 Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/610da3ac53d7/july-newsletter-11039203

Contact

Website:www.StrohscheinLawGroup.com

Webinars: www.StrohscheinLawGroup.com/events

Email:[email protected]

Phone: 630-377-3241

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/StrohscheinLawGroup

This information provided by Strohschein Law Group is general in nature and is not intended to be legal advice, nor does it constitute a legal relationship.  Please consult an attorney for advice regarding your individual situation.

(*) The Supreme Court of Illinois does not recognize certifications of specialties in the practice of law and the CELA designation is not a requirement to practice law in Illinois.

In this episode of Beyond the Will, hosts Linda Strohschein and Dana Bzdelik discuss critical topics in elder law, including Alzheimer's awareness, long-term care planning, the rise of multi-generational living, food quality in nursing homes, the benefits of adopting senior pets, social security overpayment issues, and the prevalence of phishing scams targeting seniors. They emphasize the importance of planning and legal documentation to protect loved ones and ensure a secure future.

 Chapters

00:00 Introduction

01:17 Key Updates on Alzheimer's and Long-Term Care Planning

03:29 The Rise of Multi-Generational Living

07:13 Food Quality Concerns in Nursing Homes

10:40 The Benefits of Senior Pet Adoption

12:42 Understanding Social Security Clawbacks

15:09 Phishing Scams Targeting Seniors

20:40 Q&A Session on Elder Law

23:01 Outro

Contact

Website: www.StrohscheinLawGroup.com  

Webinars: www.StrohscheinLawGroup.com/events

Email:[email protected]

Phone: 630-377-3241

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/StrohscheinLawGroup

June 2025 Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/1f032cd3c9a4/june-newsletter-11038580

 This information provided by Strohschein Law Group is general in nature and is not intended to be legal advice, nor does it constitute a legal relationship.  Please consult an attorney for advice regarding your individual situation.

(*) The Supreme Court of Illinois does not recognize certifications of specialties in the practice of law and the CELA designation is not a requirement to practice law in Illinois.

In this episode of Beyond the Will, Linda Strohschein and Dana Bzdelik discuss critical topics in elder law, including Medicare fraud alerts, the significance of powers of attorney, the benefits of ABLE accounts for individuals with disabilities, and the importance of planning for aging. They also address listener questions regarding special needs trusts and strategies to avoid nursing home placement, emphasizing the need for proactive planning to ensure peace of mind.

Chapters

 00:00 Introduction

01:56 The Importance of Powers of Attorney

04:03 Elder Law Month and Its Significance

04:45 Medicare Fraud Alert

06:22 Home Safety for Aging in Place

07:30 ABLE Accounts

09:15 10 Best and Worst States for Nursing Home Affordability

11:13 Senior Scam

14:51 Listener Q&A: Special Needs Trusts and Nursing Home Planning

16:31 Outro

Contact 

Website:www.StrohscheinLawGroup.com

Webinars: www.StrohscheinLawGroup.com/events

Email:[email protected]

Phone: 630-377-3241

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/StrohscheinLawGroup

 May 2025 Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/fd495ba84e1a/april-newsletter-11037884

Phone # for Medicare: 1-800-MEDICARE(1-800-633-4227)

FBI Crime Complaint Center: https://www.fbi.gov/investigate/cyber

This information provided by Strohschein Law Group is general in nature and is not intended to be legal advice, nor does it constitute a legal relationship.  Please consult an attorney for advice regarding your individual situation.

(*) The Supreme Court ofIllinois does not recognize certifications of specialties in the practice of law and the CELA designation is not a requirement to practice law in Illinois.

This episode discusses critical topics in elder law, focusing on dementia, caregiver support, healthcare decisions, long-term care planning, and the importance of essential legal documents. Hosts Linda Strohschein and Dana Bzdelik emphasize the need for proactive planning to ensure that individuals and families are prepared for future challenges, including navigating Medicare and Social Security issues, as well as protecting against scams targeting seniors.

Chapters

 00:00 Introduction

01:58 National Healthcare Decisions Day

03:09 Response to AARP Article on Estate Planning

10:08 Understanding Medicare Observation Status

12:47 The Hidden Dangers of Dementia

16:50 Essential Documents for Young Adults

18:57 The 5 by 55 Planning Strategy

21:02 Social Security Overpayments

24:09 Scams Targeting Seniors

27:44 Q&A on Elder Law Topics

31:49 Family Protection Plan and Resources

34:40 Outro

Contact 

Website:www.StrohscheinLawGroup.com

Webinars: www.StrohscheinLawGroup.com/events

Email:[email protected]

Phone: 630-377-3241

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/StrohscheinLawGroup

April 2025 Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/32543726d263/april-newsletter-11037340

This information provided by Strohschein Law Group is general in nature and is not intended to be legal advice, nor does it constitute a legal relationship.  Please consult an attorney for advice regarding your individual situation.

(*) The Supreme Court of Illinois does not recognize certifications of specialties in the practice of law and the CELA designation is not a requirement to practice law in Illinois.