If you or a loved one have recently received an Alzheimer’s diagnosis, you are likely feeling many emotions. You may be feeling some fear of the future. Taking the time to engage in legal planning at the beginning stages of Alzheimer’s...
To die well, we must talk about death before the end of life
I would like to tell you an all-too-familiar story. It begins with a long-term care home resident, Laura, who has multiple chronic conditions and gets an infection that doesn’t get any better.
Her health has been declining for months, but no one has talked to her about her preferences...
Things You Can and Can’t Do With a Power of Attorney
Like most legal undertakings, setting up and enforcing power of attorney (POA) documents can be a confusing process. Yet, these essential tools can help aging adults and their families create a solid plan to address future care needs and gain peace of...
How to Talk with Aging Parents About Estate Planning
During a recent webinar, one of the questions we were asked was about how to address the topic of estate planning with your aging parents. It can be a tough topic to bring up as it can be emotional. After all,...
Ask Your Parents about Their Financial Plans
When everyone is comfortable, it is time to move forward with discussion.
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The key to learning about the financial plans of your parents, is to ask for advice on your plans and then ask about their plans, according to
Thinking Retirement? Start with a Will
Sometimes even having a will is not enough.
Most people do not want their finances released to the public. However, if they are not careful with their estate plan, their financial world will become an open book, according to...
Thinking about Aging? Will You Need Long Term Care?
On average, men need help for 2.2 years, while women need help for 3.7 years.
Many people will end up needing assistance to care for themselves, as they become elderly and that help may not be provided by their...
Discuss ‘Someday’ with Your Parents
If your parents are aging, it might be a good time for a frank discussion.
It is quite possible you are beginning to worry about your elderly parents. If that is happening now, then now is a good time...
Clearing Up Myths about Care for the Elderly
How to plan for the legal issues and expenses of nursing home care.
Some of the truths may be hard to hear but can still be beneficial to know about, as myths about nursing home expenses are discussed in The...
Nursing Home Care Is a Problem that Should Be Addressed
Tom has health care issues and Louise can no longer care for him.
Tom and Louise have been married for half a century and live in the same home they bought when first married. They are worried about possible...