Alzheimer's disease is a progressive neurologic disorder of the brain leading to the irreversible loss of intellectual abilities, including memory and reasoning. Alzheimer's disease is the most common form of dementia. Alzheimer’s was discovered by … [Continue reading]
Pets in Assisted Living Communities Shown to Boost Seniors’ Health
In some assisted living communities, dogs and cats can accompany their owners, and sometimes there are pets in assisted living communities (and in nursing homes) that are owned by the facility and enjoyed by the residents. A growing consensus among … [Continue reading]
Ask the Expert: My Brother Received a Deed Processing Notice in the Mail- Is it Real or a Scam?
Q. My 65-year old brother, Sam, recently transferred his residence to a Living Trust PlusTM. Last week, he received a "Deed Processing Notice" in the mail that looks a lot like a bill from the U.S. government. There was a date on it for a couple … [Continue reading]
Estate Planning: These Billionaires will NOT be Leaving their Fortunes to their Children
Several of the world’s billionaires want to spread as much of their wealth as possible before they die, leaving much of their fortunes to charity. Not everyone stands to gain from such selflessness — namely, the children of these generous donors. … [Continue reading]
Death Cafés Present a Comfortable Way to Talk about Death
Many people want to discuss death but feel uncomfortable trying to bring the topic up around friends. A growing trend in gatherings, called Death Cafés, is gaining attention for presenting a comfortable way talk about death with others. Death Cafés … [Continue reading]
Understanding Alzheimer’s and Sleeplessness
A recent study found that nearly 15% of people age 71 and older (3.8 million people in the U.S.) suffer from dementia, which includes Alzheimer's and other mental disorders. For caregivers of those with Alzheimer’s, understanding the side effects and … [Continue reading]
Update Your Estate Plan to Avoid Unintended Consequences
Changes to the law and significant events in your life could alter the way that you originally meant to apportion assets in your estate planning documents. The only way to ensure that your estate plan truly reflects who you are, what you care about, … [Continue reading]
Certified Elder Law Attorney and Best-Selling Author Evan Farr is Named to the 2014 Best Lawyers in America List
Certified Elder Law Attorney Evan H. Farr has been named to the 2014 list of Best Lawyers in America, for the practice area of Trusts and Estates.Best Lawyers is one of the oldest and most respected peer-review publications in the legal … [Continue reading]
Ask the Expert: What Does It Really Mean to Be Named as an Executor?
Q. My Aunt Fran called me to ask if I would be the executor of her estate. I am honored that she chose me because she must see me as trustworthy and responsible. Before saying yes, can you tell me what is involved? A. The primary duty of an … [Continue reading]
Special Needs Trusts: How Much Money Should You Include?
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 make sure he is … [Continue reading]
What Happens to Credit Card Debt When You Die?
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 your individual … [Continue reading]
Part 3: Celebrity Series – Guardianship and Conservatorship (Lindsay Lohan)
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, unless the person they … [Continue reading]
Can We Help The Self-Neglecting Senior?
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 reporting suspected … [Continue reading]
Suggesting a Memory Screening to a Resistant Loved One
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 detachment from people, … [Continue reading]
Facebook Gives Seniors a Cognitive Boost, Study Finds
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 Internet & American … [Continue reading]
Part 2: Celebrity Series – Guardianship and Conservatorship (Britney Spears)
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, habilitation, … [Continue reading]
Long-Term Care Insurance is not for everyone–CNBC Nightly Business Report Three-Part Series
With Americans living longer and baby boomers hitting retirement age, the demand for long-term care is expected to surge. Long-term care (LTC) insurance is one way to pay for long-term care. But according to a recent three-part series aired on CNBC’s … [Continue reading]
Is Assisted Living Safe for Your Parents?
Eric’s mother Joan died after being moved out of an assisted living facility, where she sustained life-threatening wounds. Cheryl’s husband, George — who suffered from dementia — died after he was left unsupervised and drank industrial strength … [Continue reading]
Happy 48th Anniversary to Medicare!
Medicare provides access to health care for millions of seniors and those with disabilities. Nearly 50 million Americans—15 percent of the nation’s population and growing—depend on Medicare for health security.New information released this week by … [Continue reading]
Training Needed for Caregivers Is Lacking
Family caregivers and home health care professionals (collectively referred to in this article as “caregivers”) provide in-home care for family members or others who are chronically ill, disabled or elderly. Their goal is to help their loved ones or … [Continue reading]
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