It is not easy to see a parent's physical and mental health decline, whether it happens gradually or suddenly. Adult children can find it very troubling to think about a parent's medical needs and whether they can afford the care they deserve. Often, parties worry...
Estate planning can be incredibly valuable for financial purposes, from preserving assets to covering long-term care expenses. However, there is more to estate planning than money. An estate plan can also convey a person's beliefs and values. Things like final...
In previous blog posts, we have talked about the upsetting consequences of financial abuse by a fiduciary, like an agent under power of attorney. These parties are supposed to protect the interests of vulnerable adults, but too many of them use their position to...
According to Medicaid.gov, about 1.2 million Coloradoans are enrolled in the Medicaid program. This is roughly 22 percent of the state's population. And while many of us know someone who receives Medicaid, there remains a wide range of myths about the program. Those...
If you are young, healthy and unmarried, chances are one of the last things on your mind is estate planning. You might assume you have nothing to protect, or you might think that your parents will be able to make any decisions on your behalf if you become...
Your will and end-of-life care decisions are undoubtedly private. What you do in terms of your estate plan is up to you, and you should design a plan that reflects your wishes. That said, estate planning and probate do not happen in a vacuum. Other people can and will...
When you start thinking about an estate plan, it is easy to get a little overwhelmed by all the options and tools available. Further, folks can worry that some of their wishes or thoughts get lost in the legal jargon. If you are in this position and you want to...
Probate is a legal process, but it is also a highly emotional process. Often, it can be a challenge for parties to separate their emotions from the legal demands but doing so – at least to some extent – can make probate a little easier. If you have recently lost...
People can misunderstand what Medicaid coverage looks like and who is actually covered, adversely affecting their long-term care plans. To avoid missing out on critical benefits and exhausting your own resources in the interest of qualifying for coverage, read on for...
If you are a parent who also takes care of your parent, you could be nervous about how this school year will affect your schedules. Kids may be in the classroom or distance learning, and there can be activities starting up or coming to an end, which can complicate...