Frolik, Lawrence A.

Elder law in a nutshell Elder law by Lawrence A. Frolik, Richard L. Kaplan. - Sixth edition - xvii, 437 pages 19 cm. - West nutshell series . - Nutshell series. .

Includes index.

Introduction: the scope and diversity of elder law -- Ethical considerations in dealing with older clients -- Health care decision making -- Medicare and Medigap -- Medicaid -- Long-term care insurance -- Nursing homes, board and care homes and assisted living facilities -- Housing alternatives and options -- Guardianship -- Alternatives to guardianship -- Social Security benefits -- Supplemental Security Income (SSI) - Veterans' benefits -- Pension plans -- Age discrimination in employment -- Elder abuse and neglect.

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Older people--Legal status, laws, etc.--United States.

KF 390 .A4 / F752 2014