Colorado, like most other states, is home to many Star Trek fans. Many people have a favorite character on the still-popular old TV show. Nichelle Nichols, who played Lieutenant Uhura, ranks high on most lists, especially because she broke through racial barriers as...
When people cannot make medical or financial decisions for themselves, a guardianship may be the best way to ensure their protection. Though some people worry that establishing guardianship renders a person incapable of making his or her own decisions, that is not the...
Do your elderly parents regularly donate to charities, religious groups or community projects? According to the IRS, they could be especially vulnerable to scams and financial abuse.These fraudulent scam artists use tax incentives and fake charities to cheat...
If you have a child who has special needs, you may be looking for a way to continue providing for your child after you are gone. Traditional estate planning tools, like wills and living trusts, offer different ways for you to leave money to your children. However,...
Having a loved one with Alzheimer's disease can be difficult. Though many people in Colorado and across the country receive this diagnosis, the progression of the disease and the way it affects each individual can differ. In any case, it is wise for families to...
You have taken care of your special needs child since birth. You know how important it is to protect and support him or her. You've experienced firsthand the extra care needed. As you get older and begin the process of estate planning, you will likely want to set up a...
Some people may have led relatively healthy lives and still find themselves facing serious medical diagnoses. For some Colorado residents, the diagnosis could involve a progressive disease like ALS or another motor neuron disease that could severely impact their...
One of the most important things to consider as a loved one ages is health care. There are a number of possibilities, depending in part on where someone lives and their preferences. But increasingly, older Americans are looking to remain in their home.A Pew Research...
Is estate planning really necessary? Some individuals may feel that they are not wealthy enough to actually need an estate plan. To be honest, estate planning takes time and money that some Colorado residents may feel can best be spent elsewhere.First of all, an...
Though most people hope that they'll never have need for a nursing home, the reality is that many people will eventually live in one. Families here in Colorado want the best for their loved ones and want to be sure that a chosen nursing home will provide proper care,...