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Why Trusts are Becoming a Bigger Part of Estate Planning

Growing interest in trusts reflects a broader desire for greater control over how assets are managed, protected and transferred to the next generation. If you live in Greenwood, Center Grove, Johnson County, Franklin Township, or Southside Indianapolis and have been wondering whether a trust should be part of your estate plan, Vick Law can help you understand the options, discuss the trade-offs, and develop a plan tailored to your circumstances. Book a call with Vick Law today. Vick Law, P.C. 3209 W. Smith Valley Rd., Suite 113 Greenwood, IN 46142 (317) 884-3133 VickLaw.org
10/01/26 • by: Vick Law, P.C.
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Indiana’s New Property Tax Relief for Disabled Veterans: What Homeowners Need to Know

At Vick Law, we help veterans and their families understand how a home fits into their broader estate plan. If you are a disabled veteran or the spouse of a veteran in Greenwood, Center Grove, Johnson County, or Southside Indianapolis, we can help you review your home’s ownership and discuss how proposed changes may affect your estate planning goals. That may include considering whether a trust is appropriate, preparing Powers of Attorney and healthcare documents, reviewing plans for a surviving spouse, or exploring long-term care and Medicaid planning strategies. We can also help you identify the legal questions to address before transferring your home or making other changes that could affect an existing benefit. Your county auditor or county veteran service officer remains the appropriate resource for determining property tax benefit eligibility, processing applications, and confirming the amount shown on your tax bill. If you are considering putting your home into a trust, you may want to review the new Indiana veteran property tax rules before changing the title. A conversation now can help you understand the available options and the trade-offs involved. To discuss your estate planning and elder law needs, contact Vick Law. Vick Law, P.C. 3209 W. Smith Valley Rd. Suite 113 Greenwood, IN 46142 (317) 884-3133 www.vicklaw.org
09/22/26 • by: Vick Law, P.C.
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Mom Has Dementia and Refuses to Sign a Power of Attorney. What Can You Do?

Watching a parent struggle with dementia is difficult enough. When they refuse assistance or decline to sign a power of attorney, families often discover that obtaining legal authority to help is far more complicated than they expected. At Vick Law, we understand that these calls often come after a family has already tried everything they can think of. You may be worried about a parent who refuses help. You may have found an old Power of Attorney and have no idea whether it still works. Perhaps you're facing a hospital discharge, unpaid bills, or a long-term care decision without knowing who has legal authority to act. We can begin by reviewing what is already in place and discussing what is happening now. If your parent can still participate in planning, we can discuss appropriate Powers of Attorney, healthcare documents, and other estate planning options. If capacity is uncertain or has significantly declined, we can help your family understand the legal issues, consider available alternatives, and discuss whether guardianship may be appropriate. We can also discuss how incapacity planning fits with long-term care and Medicaid planning when those concerns are part of the picture. You don't need to wait until every bill is overdue or a medical emergency forces the issue. If you're beginning to worry about a parent's memory, financial decisions, or ability to manage daily responsibilities, this is a good time to understand your family's legal options. Book a call with Vick Law online HERE to schedule an elder law and estate planning consultation. You can also contact us with the information below. Vick Law, P.C. 3209 W. Smith Valley Rd. Suite 113 Greenwood, IN 46142 (317) 884-3133 www.vicklaw.org
09/17/26 • by: Vick Law, P.C.
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What Netflix’s Leanne Gets Right About Aging Parents, Family, and Planning Ahead

At Vick Law, we work with Greenwood and Southside Indianapolis families who are navigating the exact same life transitions depicted in Leanne. Whether you need to put a first estate plan in place, update documents that haven't been touched in years, or explore long-term care and Medicaid planning options, we are here to help. You don't need to arrive with every answer. We start where your family is today and walk you through the options that fit your life. My wife and I will keep watching Leanne for the laughs. If the show gets you thinking about your own parents, your children, or your family's future, that is a conversation worth having. Ready to start the conversation? Contact Vick Law online HERE to schedule an estate planning or elder law consultation in Greenwood, Indiana. Vick Law, P.C. 3209 W. Smith Valley Rd., Suite 113 Greenwood, IN 46142 (317) 884-3133 | www.vicklaw.org
09/16/26 • by: Vick Law, P.C.
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“Inner Wealth” Is Now a Driving Factor in Estate Planning for Women

For affluent women, estate planning is increasingly about more than transferring financial assets. Questions of personal values, family priorities, charitable goals and the legacy a person wants to create are becoming central to how wealth is planned and passed forward. Vick Law, we believe estate planning should begin with a conversation about your life, not a stack of documents. What have you built? Who depends on you? What are you concerned about? What do you want retirement to look like? Are there children or grandchildren whose circumstances require additional thought? Are you concerned about long-term care? Is there a business, property, charity, or other part of your legacy that is particularly important to you? From there, we can help you understand your options and develop an estate plan tailored to your circumstances. Depending on your needs, that may include wills, trusts, Powers of Attorney, healthcare planning, beneficiary coordination, business succession considerations, or long-term care planning. You worked hard to build what you have. Your estate plan should reflect what you want that work to mean. To begin the conversation, contact Vick Law in Greenwood. Vick Law, P.C. 3209 W. Smith Valley Rd., Suite 113 Greenwood, IN 46142 317-884-3133 Vick Law
09/14/26 • by: Vick Law, P.C.
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Estate Planning for an Heir Facing Mental Health Struggles

When an intended heir struggles with mental health challenges, leaving an inheritance outright may not always provide the protection a family hopes to create. Thoughtful estate planning can help preserve financial resources while supporting the beneficiary's long-term well-being. If you're concerned about how an inheritance could affect a child or another loved one experiencing mental health challenges, contact Vick Law to schedule a conversation about your family's estate planning options. Vick Law, P.C. 3209 W. Smith Valley Rd., Suite 113 Greenwood, IN 46142 317-884-3133
09/07/26 • by: Vick Law, P.C.
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Approaching Estate Planning as a Mother

Mothers often spend years protecting and providing for their families. A comprehensive estate plan helps extend that care into the future by ensuring that loved ones remain protected no matter what life brings. Vick Law will start with your family, your concerns, and what you want to accomplish. Then we can help you understand the options and develop a plan tailored to your circumstances. You've spent a lifetime taking care of the people you love. Your estate plan is one more way to continue doing that. Contact Vick Law today to schedule an estate planning consultation. Vick Law, P.C. 3209 W. Smith Valley Rd., Suite 113 Greenwood, IN 46142 317-884-3133
09/07/26 • by: Vick Law, P.C.
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Can I Remove a Trustee? What Families Should Know When a Trust Is Not Managed Properly

When you create a trust, choosing the trustee can feel like a relatively simple decision. You choose someone responsible, someone you trust, and someone you believe will follow your wishes when the time comes. Years later, that decision can become much more complicated. Maybe Dad named the oldest child because she was the "responsible one," […]
09/02/26 • by: Vick Law, P.C.
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Indiana Is Creating a New Medicaid Assisted-Living Waiver: What Families Should Watch

For many Indiana families, long-term care does not fit neatly into two categories. A loved one may no longer be able to live safely at home without significant help, but they may not need the level of care provided in a nursing facility either. Assisted living can feel like the right middle ground. The problem is that paying for it can be difficult. That is why a new Indiana Medicaid development is worth watching closely. The Indiana Family and Social Services Administration (FSSA) has posted an Assisted Living 1915(c) Waiver September 2026 Application on its public-notice page. This signals that Indiana is moving forward with a Medicaid waiver specifically focused on assisted-living services.If you are concerned about paying for assisted living, home care or nursing-home care for yourself, a spouse or a parent, it is often better to explore your options before the need becomes urgent. As Indiana's new assisted-living waiver develops, we will continue monitoring the program and explaining what those changes may mean for local families. To schedule a consultation with Vick Law, P.C., call (317) 884-3133 or book a call online.
09/01/26 • by: Vick Law, P.C.
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Where Should I Put My Will?

Even the best estate plan can create unnecessary challenges if important documents cannot be located when they are needed. Organizing and securely storing financial and legal records is an important part of protecting your family. If it has been several years since you reviewed your estate plan, or if reading this made you realize that your family would have no idea where to start, contact Vick Law today to schedule an appointment. We can help you understand what you have, identify what may need attention, and create a plan that provides greater clarity for you and the people you love. Vick Law, P.C. 3209 W. Smith Valley Rd., Suite 113 Greenwood, IN 46142 (317) 884-3133
08/24/26 • by: Vick Law, P.C.
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