Elder Law Attorney in Hollywood, Florida
Hollywood's mix of oceanfront condominiums, seasonal residents, and long-established neighborhoods creates a community where many aging homeowners face urgent decisions about long-term care, Medicaid eligibility, and protecting inherited properties for the next generation. Mark Mastrarrigo P.A. helps Hollywood seniors and their families plan for nursing home costs, establish advance directives, and navigate the complexities of Medicaid while safeguarding the family home.
Elder Law Services for Hollywood Clients
If you're in Hollywood and need elder law assistance, these are the areas we handle most often:
Clients from Hollywood visit our office at 5500 South Flamingo Road, Suite 205, Cooper City, FL 33330, or we can arrange a phone or video consultation.
Medicaid Planning
Strategic planning to qualify for Medicaid while protecting assets for your spouse and heirs
Learn more →Long-Term Care Planning
Prepare for nursing home, assisted living, and home care costs while protecting your family
Learn more →Special Needs Planning
Trusts and planning for loved ones with disabilities without jeopardizing government benefits
Learn more →Guardianship
Court-supervised protection for adults who can no longer manage their own affairs
Learn more →Advance Directive Planning
Healthcare surrogates and living wills to protect medical decision-making authority
Learn more →Other Legal Services in Hollywood
When Hollywood Residents Typically Call
- Aging homeowners along the Hollywood Broadwalk facing long-term care decisions
- Seasonal residents needing advance directives valid in both Florida and their home state
- Families with inherited condominiums exploring Medicaid asset exemptions
- Adult children of Hollywood retirees seeking guardianship after a health crisis
- Protecting a surviving spouse's condominium from Medicaid estate recovery
Learn More
If you're looking for elder law help in Hollywood, start with our Cooper City elder law services. You can also learn more about long-term care planning. For additional information, see what happens during probate in Florida.
How It Works
Assessment
We review your family situation, care needs, and financial picture
Strategy
We develop a plan for benefits eligibility, asset protection, and care coordination
Implementation
Documents are drafted, applications filed, and care plans put in place
Local Resources for Hollywood Residents
Hollywood residents needing guardianship filings, elder abuse reporting, or probate matters involving aging family members can access court services and filing information through the Broward County Clerk of Courts. Broward County Clerk of Courts
FAQs
How should Hollywood seasonal residents handle elder law planning?
If you split time between Florida and another state, your advance directives and powers of attorney should comply with both states' laws. Florida-specific documents are essential for local medical providers, and an elder law attorney can ensure your Medicaid planning accounts for assets in multiple jurisdictions.
Can I protect my Hollywood condominium if I need Medicaid?
Your primary residence, including a condominium, is generally exempt from Medicaid's asset count while you or your spouse lives there. However, after the Medicaid recipient passes, the state may seek estate recovery. Planning tools like a lady bird deed or irrevocable trust can help protect the property for your heirs.
What elder law steps should Hollywood families take after a parent's stroke or fall?
If your parent has advance directives, the designated healthcare surrogate can immediately step in to make medical decisions. If no documents exist, emergency guardianship may be needed. Either way, contact an elder law attorney quickly to assess care options, protect assets, and begin crisis Medicaid planning if long-term care is likely.
Are there elder law programs specifically for Hollywood seniors?
Broward County offers several programs for seniors, including home-delivered meals, adult day care, and caregiver support. An elder law attorney can help you identify which programs your parent qualifies for and how to access them alongside legal planning strategies.
Serving Hollywood and Surrounding Areas
Our office is located in Cooper City, and we regularly serve elder law clients in Hollywood and nearby communities throughout Broward County. We offer both in-person and online consultations to accommodate your schedule.
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