Helpful Resources
Resources for Older Americans, Caregivers, and Florida Families
Find downloadable client materials, trusted benefit resources, caregiving support, Florida-focused organizations, and practical information to help your family take the next step with greater clarity.
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Client Resources
Downloadable Guides and Consultation Materials
These printable resources can help you organize information, prepare questions, and feel more ready for conversations about estate planning, Medicaid planning, elder law, and long-term care.
Downloadable PDF
Estate Planning Questionnaire
Gather family, asset, and planning information before a consultation involving wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and health care planning tools.
Downloadable PDF
Long-Term Care Planning Questionnaire
Organize care, financial, and family information before discussing Medicaid eligibility, elder law concerns, or long-term care planning.
New Client Guide
Consultation Information
Learn what to expect, what to gather, and how to make the most of an upcoming consultation with Teresa K. Bowman P.A.
Attorney Selection
The Value of Hiring a CELA
Learn why working with a Certified Elder Law Attorney can matter when your family is facing Medicaid, incapacity, long-term care, or other complex elder law issues.
Firm Information
Our Fees
Review fee information to better understand how consultations and legal services may be structured before contacting the firm.
Florida Support
Start Here for Local and Statewide Help
These organizations can help families connect with aging services, referrals, and practical support alongside legal planning.
Florida Elder Helpline
A statewide starting point for programs and services for Older Americans.
Area Agency on Aging for Southwest Florida
Local support for Sarasota County and nearby communities, including referrals and help navigating services.
Eldercare Locator
Find trusted local aging resources anywhere in the United States.
Benefits Guidance
Medicare, Social Security, and Financial Support
These resources may help families understand coverage, government benefits, and financial support programs that often arise during elder law and long-term care planning.
SHINE Program
Free, unbiased help understanding Medicare, Medicaid, and coverage choices in Florida.
Medicare Official Website
Compare plans, locate providers, and review official Medicare information.
Social Security Administration
Retirement benefits, disability benefits, replacement cards, and account access.
BenefitsCheckUp
A free tool to explore possible savings on groceries, prescriptions, and other expenses.
Veterans Benefits
Information about VA benefits and services for Veterans and their families.
Contact Medicare
Speak with a representative or use live chat for Medicare questions.
Caregiving and Advocacy
Support for Dementia, Long-Term Care, and Family Caregivers
Caregiving often brings legal, financial, and emotional questions at the same time. These organizations can help families locate support and advocacy.
Alzheimer’s Association Helpline
Support, local resources, and guidance for families facing dementia. The helpline is available 24 hours a day at 800-272-3900.
Florida Long-Term Care Ombudsman
Advocacy and support when concerns arise about a long-term care facility. The toll-free number is 1-888-831-0404.
Florida Senior Legal Helpline
Free civil legal advice by phone for eligible Florida residents age 60 and older. Call 1-888-895-7873.
Protection and Prevention
Elder Protection and Scam Prevention
These resources may help Older Americans and caregivers recognize exploitation, report abuse, and locate trustworthy educational information.
Operation Senior Shield
Free alerts and updates to help Older Americans and caregivers stay ahead of scams.
Florida Abuse Hotline
Report suspected abuse, neglect, or exploitation of a vulnerable adult.
NAELA Consumer Resources
Educational information about elder law topics and how to choose an attorney.
Related Planning
Continue Learning About Legal Planning
Many families use resources like these while learning more about aging, long-term care, estate planning, and future decision-making.
These resources are provided for convenience and general informational purposes. Teresa K. Bowman P.A. does not control third-party websites, and listing a resource does not imply endorsement.
The information on this website is general information only and does not create an attorney-client relationship.
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