Estate planning ensures your assets, interests, and those you love are protected after you pass. Sadly, many individuals make costly mistakes without proper advice and guidance from a qualified estate planning attorney. Beyond undermining your intent and diminishing your financial…
Each year in April, the global Parkinson's community engages to support awareness of Parkinson's disease (PD), a disease whose cause remains largely unknown although treatment options exist. The goal of raising awareness can help make lives better for people with…
Aging is something you cannot escape, and it affects all family systems. It can be challenging for adult children to imagine their parents as seniors and to understand and respond to the reality that each parent will age in different…
Your right to vote is a fundamental element of what it means to be a citizen – yet you could lose your right if you become a ward in a guardianship. Having a strong power of attorney is essential to…
More often than not, guardianship brings to mind images of a minor child in the care of a designated adult family member or friend. However, you can employ the process to obtain legal rights over elderly or aging adults, usually…
When the federal government established its social insurance program on August 14, 1935, its purpose was to provide retirement, disability, and survivors’ benefits. Since that time, in part due to the disappearance of extended family networks, an increase in population,…
Following the loss of a spouse or long-time partner, it is difficult to consider more than just your grief. However, it is crucial to understand there are important and timely decisions you need to make regarding your finances and personal…
People work hard all their lives to own a home, and it is often their most valuable and cherished possession. So when health begins to fail and the need for long-term care arises, we often get this fear-filled question from…
It is essential that as your parents' age, you have conversations with them about their finances and long term plans. To broach the topic, you might bring up current events like the coronavirus pandemic, its effect on economic conditions, and…
Assisted living communities provide essential care and create a sense of calm and peace of mind for aging parents. Identifying the suitable facility "fit" for your loved one is a journey requiring matching your parents' needs, budget, and lifestyle with…