Guardianships and conservatorships are drastic and very invasive. They strip individuals of their legal autonomy and establish the guardian as the sole decision maker. To become a guardian requires strong evidence of legal incapacity, and approval by a judge, explains an article titled “Guardianships Should Be a Last Resort–Consider These Less Draconian Options First” from Kiplinger. They should not […]
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Like Bill Murray waking up every morning to another Groundhogs Day, I hear some version of the same question almost daily. My clients want to know, “Should I give my home (or cabin or farm) to my kids now to so I don’t lose it to the nursing home?” The answer, as is the case
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Paying for elder care remains one of the top concerns of an aging population. While there are now many non-traditional options for long-term care insurance, each comes with differing eligibility requirements, pros, and cons. If you have traditional long-term care insurance, you don’t receive a benefit from the coverage if you die without ever needing
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The legal needs of many older Americans go beyond basic legal services. They are also all intertwined. In addition to understanding the legal issues and complications that older Americans face, elder law attorneys must also understand the surrounding personal concerns of their clients, such as health, financial and family issues, and how those affect their clients’ legal
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According to the “Caregiving in the U.S. 2020” report by AARP and the National Alliance for Caregiving, “about one in five caregivers report experiencing high financial strain as a result of providing care.” This is especially true for those involved in high-intensity caregiving for over 21 hours a week, who often deplete their savings and
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If you are very close to the person who has passed away, you’ll likely have a lot to do immediately after their death. Katie Couric Media’s recent article entitled “What to Do Immediately After the Death of a Loved One” says that it’s normal to feel like your brain short circuits each time you try to make a
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If you became incapacitated and advance planning had been done, your family will have the legal documents you need. Just as importantly, they will know what your wishes are for incapacity and end-of-life care. If there was no planning, your loved ones will have to start with a lengthy application to the court to have
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Zobuz’s recent article entitled “4 Tips for Hiring a Lawyer to Help with Medicaid Planning” says you may need to turn to an attorney who can help you with Medicaid planning. Here are some factors in choosing the best elder law attorney: Referrals and Recommendations. Look for an elder law attorney in the National Elder Law Foundation or the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys
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By 2030, WHO predicts that one in every six individuals will be aged over 60 years. Intelligent Living’s recent article entitled “Elder Care 101: Lifestyle Basics for Senior Citizens to Live a Comfortable Life” says that the numbers are alarming, and what makes it complicated is the fact that there’s no typical elderly. Many people believe that older
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