Tennessee Resources Archives - Graceful Aging https://www.galsnashville.com/category/tennessee-resources/ Legal Services, PLLC Thu, 26 Jun 2025 21:11:35 +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 Tennessee Resources Archives - Graceful Aging https://www.galsnashville.com/category/tennessee-resources/ 32 32 156508152 How to Avoid Disputes During Estate Planning https://www.galsnashville.com/how-to-avoid-disputes-during-estate-planning/ Thu, 07 Mar 2024 13:30:00 +0000 https://www.galsnashville.com/?p=5387 In some families, every gathering is another opportunity for disputes, whether you’re meeting up after a death in the family or a holiday. Maybe you just have a uncle who thinks he’s entitled to everything after your mom passes. No matter what the issue is, let’s see if we can keep the peace among family […]

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]]> 5387 Understanding Probate in Tennessee https://www.galsnashville.com/understanding-probate-in-tennessee/ Thu, 25 Jan 2024 13:52:00 +0000 https://www.galsnashville.com/?p=5346 Probate laws in Tennessee play an important role in the orderly distribution of a person’s assets after they die and help to settle their affairs. The probate process typically begins when you hire an attorney who will file a petition on your behalf in the appropriate probate court, initiating the legal proceedings.  The court then […]

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]]> 5346 Becoming the Primary Caregiver for Your Loved One https://www.galsnashville.com/becoming-the-primary-caregiver-for-your-loved-one/ Fri, 19 Jan 2024 14:03:53 +0000 https://www.galsnashville.com/?p=5328 When the chorus of life changes its tune and the caregiving role falls to your feet, you may be tempted to take a page from a pop anthem and think you can take care of your loved one on your own.  Before you tell your loved one, “You belong with me,” you need to put […]

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]]> 5328 Why You Should Move Before You Are Unable to: A Guide to Aging in Place https://www.galsnashville.com/why-you-should-move-before-you-are-unable-to-a-guide-to-aging-in-place/ Mon, 08 Jan 2024 16:16:49 +0000 https://www.galsnashville.com/?p=5321 Aging in place is the ability to live in your own home and community independently, regardless of age or ability. It allows you to remain in familiar surroundings while maintaining a sense of autonomy. Planning ahead for aging in place is crucial to ensure a smooth transition and a comfortable future.  By getting informed about […]

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]]> 5321 Navigating TennCare/Medicaid: What You Need to Know https://www.galsnashville.com/navigating-tenncare-medicaid-what-you-need-to-know/ Mon, 23 Oct 2023 17:31:18 +0000 https://www.galsnashville.com/?p=5167 Navigating TennCare/Medicaid: What You Need to Know What is TennCare? What’s the difference between that and Medicaid? How do you know if you’re eligible for it, and what can you do about it if you aren’t? Fear not, dear reader, we’ll answer all of those questions and more as we dive into what you need […]

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]]> 5167 Understanding the Benefits and Process of Miller Trusts in Tennessee https://www.galsnashville.com/understanding-the-benefits-and-process-of-miller-trusts-in-tennessee/ Wed, 11 Oct 2023 21:43:30 +0000 https://www.galsnashville.com/?p=5163 Aging often comes with increased healthcare costs and healthcare costs impact everyone—regardless of income level. Miller Trusts are a legal tool that helps individuals with high income qualify for Medicaid long-term care benefits. With a Miller Trust in Tennesee, you can become eligible for TennCare even if you are over the “income cap” set by […]

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]]> 5163 Tennessee Election 2022 https://www.galsnashville.com/your-absentee-ballot/ Sun, 19 Jun 2022 15:00:00 +0000 https://www.galsnashville.com/?p=627 We want to remind you that it is time to request your Davidson County Tennessee Election Absentee Ballot for the election on August 4th, 2022. Your Absentee Ballot can be requested now! We recommend that the ballot be sent in the mail no later than July 28th.

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]]> 627 Protect Your Stimulus Payment! https://www.galsnashville.com/stimulus-protections/ Sun, 24 Jan 2021 04:42:01 +0000 https://www.galsnashville.com/?p=867 At the end of 2020, Congress approved new stimulus payments for most Americans. Stimulus payments by direct deposit are already going out. The Treasury Department is sending others by check or debit cards in the mail. Under President Biden, we may see more stimulus payments coming as well.

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