Reading the will of someone you love after they pass away or when they are very ill can be a painful, emotional experience. It can be even more upsetting if you spot certain red flags that the document may not accurately represent your loved one's wishes. Red flag:...
You may have a lot on your list of things to do this summer, from relaxing to traveling. However, you might also want to add "check in on elderly loved ones" to this list. These vulnerable adults can suffer extreme consequences of heat-related conditions, so summer is...
As you get older, your legacy can take on new importance. What will you leave behind? How will your loved ones fare? One way to address these issues is to start some planning now. Part of this planning can mean managing your assets to increase the likelihood of...
Seniors can require the same services and supports that younger parties require. However, tailoring these offerings can be crucial to better meeting the needs of vulnerable adults. As your parent gets older, it can be helpful to know of some senior-specific services...
Elderly loved ones often require care for sensitive and complicated issues like memory loss, speech problems and movement dysfunction. One therapy that could help treat these issues is equine movement therapy. What is equine therapy? The benefits of fostering a...
No one can predict the future, but we can plan for it. For instance, we don’t know if we’ll get in an accident or sick in the coming months or years, but we can put vital protections in place that direct others on what to do if we are incapacitated. One protection is...
Creating an estate plan is a crucial thing to check off your to-do list. However, that does not mean your planning is complete for all time. Updating your estate plan periodically is crucial to ensuring your documents align with your wishes as circumstances change. If...
Trusts can be a highly valuable component of an estate plan that you might be overlooking. Too often, people focus solely on their will. And while a will is undoubtedly critical, there are several benefits to reinforcing your estate plan with trusts. Preserving...
When an elderly loved one is in danger, we hope that someone will alert us or that we will be able to recognize the signs ourselves. Unfortunately, that does not always happen, as we discussed in a previous post about why elder abuse and neglect often go unreported....
When someone you love is ill and requires significant and ongoing care, it is not unusual to experience stress, grief, fear and sometimes depression due to your loved one's condition. This emotional environment can fuel disputes and conflicts among those interested in...