Jonathan is 20 years old, has autism, and is currently receiving government benefits. He is still living at home with his parents, receiving SSI equal to $628 per month, as well as a monthly stipend of $30.His parents want to … [Read more...]
What Happens to Credit Card Debt When You Die?
August 13, 2013 by Leave a Comment
No one wants to face a situation where they have to deal with losing someone they care about. It’s only made worse if debt is involved. What happens to debt after you die depends on who has signed for it, as well as the laws in … [Read more...]
Part 3: Celebrity Series – Guardianship and Conservatorship (Lindsay Lohan)
August 13, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Guardianship and Conservatorship court proceedings are typically used for those who have a mental illness caused by age, injury, or disability. The law does not make it easy for people to obtain guardianship or conservatorship, … [Read more...]
Can We Help The Self-Neglecting Senior?
August 12, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Guest Blog Post by Jennifer FitzPatrick, MSW, LCSW-C Attorneys, because of the doctrine of attorney-client privilege, are generally forbidden from reporting any private or confidential information about a client, including … [Read more...]
Suggesting a Memory Screening to a Resistant Loved One
August 8, 2013 by Leave a Comment
What happens when you notice changes in your loved one’s cognitive abilities and you want to suggest a memory screening, but are met with resistance? When a loved one’s faltering memory causes problems finding words, a … [Read more...]
Facebook Gives Seniors a Cognitive Boost, Study Finds
August 7, 2013 by 1 Comment
Research findings suggest that men and women older than 65 who learn to use Facebook could see a boost in cognitive function. Currently, one in three online seniors use a social networking site like Facebook, according to the Pew … [Read more...]
Part 2: Celebrity Series – Guardianship and Conservatorship (Britney Spears)
August 6, 2013 by Leave a Comment
A "guardian" of an adult is a person appointed by the court who is responsible for the personal affairs of an incapacitated adult, including responsibility for making decisions regarding the adult's support, care, health, safety, … [Read more...]
