Healthcare Archives - Graceful Aging https://www.galsnashville.com/category/healthcare/ Legal Services, PLLC Fri, 20 Feb 2026 15:15:28 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 https://www.galsnashville.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/cropped-Circle-150x150.png Healthcare Archives - Graceful Aging https://www.galsnashville.com/category/healthcare/ 32 32 156508152 How will the Dobbs Decision Impact Estate Planning in Tennessee? https://www.galsnashville.com/how-will-the-dobbs-decision-impact-estate-planning-in-tennessee/ Thu, 08 Jan 2026 04:12:58 +0000 https://www.galsnashville.com/?p=4236 After the US Supreme Court issued its decision in Dobbs on June 24, 2022, women's equality and reproductive freedom were completely diminished by the state of Tennessee. How does the Dobbs decision impact estate planning? Here are some questions to consider: 

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]]> 4236 Starting the Year By Getting Your Affairs in Order https://www.galsnashville.com/starting-the-year-by-getting-your-affairs-in-order/ Mon, 27 Jan 2025 16:00:14 +0000 https://www.galsnashville.com/?p=5379 As far as we know, we only live once – and we never know when it’s going to end. It’s important to plan so you can prepare.  You can start 2024 off strong by getting your affairs in order. 1. Create an Estate Plan First, decide whether you want a will, a trust, or both. […]

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]]> 5379 Will TennCare Choices pay for my Mother’s nursing home? https://www.galsnashville.com/tenncare-pay-for-care/ Wed, 22 May 2024 12:17:53 +0000 https://www.galsnashville.com/?p=3566 Last week we defined TennCare and how it applies to our clients. This week I want to go more in-depth with how TennCare serves Tennesseans with long-term care.  Many people believe that Medicare benefits will cover nursing home care once an individual is 65 or older, but this simply isn’t true. While Medicare covers the […]

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]]> 3566 Is Assisted Living Right for Grandma After a Reindeer Attack? https://www.galsnashville.com/is-assisted-living-the-right-choice/ Fri, 01 Dec 2023 20:42:14 +0000 https://www.galsnashville.com/?p=5246 Are you curious whether assisted living is the answer for your loved ones? Learn about assisted living facilities and their pros and cons here!

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]]> 5246 Proactive Steps to Provide a Secure Future for Your Special Needs Child https://www.galsnashville.com/proactive-steps-to-provide-a-secure-future-for-your-special-needs-child/ Fri, 04 Aug 2023 12:50:17 +0000 https://www.galsnashville.com/?p=5083 Being a parent to a special needs child is a journey filled with unique joys, challenges, and responsibilities. As you navigate the intricacies of caring for your child’s specific needs, it’s crucial to plan ahead to ensure their well-being and quality of life in the years to come. By taking proactive steps and establishing a […]

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]]> 5083 How to Talk to Loved Ones about Estate Planning https://www.galsnashville.com/how-to-talk-about-estate-planning/ Fri, 24 Mar 2023 19:19:39 +0000 https://www.galsnashville.com/?p=4926 Talking to your parents about aging, illness, and death is hard. It’s one of the hardest conversations you can have–but it’s also one of the most important. So let’s consider some better alternatives to open the conversation about estate planning.

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]]> 4926 Finding the right doctor for you and your needs https://www.galsnashville.com/finding-the-right-doctor-for-you/ Wed, 01 Feb 2023 20:41:42 +0000 https://www.galsnashville.com/?p=4764 Our current healthcare system doesn’t make finding a doctor simple. Here are some ideas on finding a great healthcare provider.

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]]> 4764 Make these preventative healthcare appointments this month for an easier 2023 https://www.galsnashville.com/preventative-healthcare-screenings-2023/ Mon, 16 Jan 2023 01:33:05 +0000 https://www.galsnashville.com/?p=4740 Keep preventative health care in mind at every age. Let’s look at how.

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]]> 4740 Yoga Nidra and Journaling for Grief https://www.galsnashville.com/yoga-nidra-and-journaling-for-grief/ Fri, 18 Nov 2022 04:06:00 +0000 https://www.galsnashville.com/?p=4243 As we enter into the holiday season, I’ve invited my dear friend, Gabby Daikon, to share her experience with grief after losing her mother as a young adult.  I met Gabby about a year ago through her grief journals and later joined her for virtual Yoga Nidra and “bad bitch” meditations. In a year that […]

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]]> 4243 Different Types of In-Home Care Services https://www.galsnashville.com/different-types-of-in-home-care-services/ Thu, 03 Nov 2022 13:36:00 +0000 https://www.galsnashville.com/?p=4693 Most family caregivers hope to add a professional service to their loved one’s support system, but figuring out how to do that is just one more thing to add to your already-full plate. So let’s address the types of care that your loved one can receive in-home when some additional help is needed.

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