After my Grandfather, John, suffered a major stroke several years ago, himself and my Grandmother, Sally, moved permanently from New York to Florida. For six years my Grandmother was able to take care of my Grandfather with almost no assistance. Finally, in late 2011, after Grandpa took several falls, it became clear that it was no longer safe for him to reside at home. My Grandmother had to make the most difficult decision of her life – moving Grandpa into a nursing home.

Being an attorney myself, I scheduled appointments with several of the “prominent” elder law firms in my area and flew down to Florida to assist Grandma in the process. I was less than impressed. Shortly after returning to New York, disheartened and without having retained a firm, I received a call from Grandma. Grandma informed me that she had just spoken to her sister-in-law, who knew a retired judge in southern Florida. The judge urged us to call the Law Offices of Alice Reiter Feld, stating that they were the best in the business. I called and scheduled an appointment and flew back down to Florida.

From the moment Grandma and I walked into the office, we knew something was different. Every single person, from the receptionist up, was outgoing and pleasant. The attorney who we originally sat down with was knowledgeable, patient and extremely compassionate. She understood and appreciated the fact that this was a huge decision for my Grandmother – effectively losing her husband of 50-plus years – not simply a medicaid application and an estate plan. When we left after that initial meeting Grandma was on the verge of tears because she knew that this difficult process was going to be made easier by having such a great team of people on our side.

Once the process began, Jodi Bergman became our main contact at the firm. At Grandma’s request, I was kept abreast of the progress of the case. Ms. Bergman was always accessible, pleasant and informative. Might I also add, she has the patience of a saint! Whenever Grandma became unsure or nervous about something a quick phone call from Ms. Bergman would instantly calm her.

When the process was complete, the results were just as they were promised at the initial meeting. Grandpa now resides at a lovely nursing home less than two miles from my Grandmother’s residence. He is in a safer environment, as is Grandma.

I cannot thank Ms. Bergman and the rest of the team at the Law Offices of Alice Reiter Feld enough. They were excellent in every way. Whenever a client or attorney asks me if I know of an Elder Law/Estate Planning Attorney in southern Florida, I am so happy to send them this way. Thanks again!