Elder law guidance for Long Island families
Aging brings a mix of practical and emotional decisions. Elder law focuses on planning for long-term care, protecting a loved one’s well-being, and establishing legal authority when someone cannot make decisions independently. At Dello-Iacono Elder Law PC, we help individuals and families across Long Island understand their options, get organized and move forward with a plan that fits their goals.
Medicaid Planning Guidance
Medicaid planning can involve strict rules, detailed documentation and deadlines that feel stressful when care is needed. We help you understand the Medicaid process, what information is typically required and what planning approaches may be available based on your goals and your timeline.
Our focus is on clarity and preparation. We will walk you through the steps, explain what to expect and help you make informed decisions.
Long-term care planning
Long-term care planning is about preparing for the possibility of needing support with daily living, whether that care happens at home or in a facility. We help clients think through practical considerations and coordinate legal planning that supports those decisions.
Special needs planning
Planning for a loved one with disabilities often requires additional attention to long-term support and benefits eligibility. We help families explore planning options that can provide structure and continuity of care while considering government benefit programs.
Already have documents? We can review and update your plan
Many clients have older wills, powers of attorney or trusts that no longer match their current needs. We can review existing documents, discuss what may be outdated or missing and recommend updates based on changes in your family, assets, health or long-term care goals.
Powers of attorney and health care directives
Strong elder law planning often includes documents that allow someone you trust to step in if you cannot manage decisions.
Power of Attorney: authorizes an agent to handle financial and legal matters
Health Care Proxy: authorizes an agent to make medical decisions if you cannot
Living Will: documents your wishes regarding certain medical treatment decisions
We prepare these documents with your goals in mind and take time to explain how they work, when they become effective and how to choose the right decision-makers.