On average, a 2-3-year nursing home stay will cost $240,000, so it is no wonder why this becomes a significant concern for the aging. The best time to start thinking about long-term care is way before you need it. Planning can help you and your loved ones avoid costly mistakes and can help you avoid …
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Is It Valid? Determining Competency for Legal Documents
We are often advised to plan for the possibility that we will one day become unable to handle our own affairs. We create a power of attorney to give a trusted loved one the ability to make our financial and medical decisions on our behalf, but may feel a loss of control and independence at …
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How an Elder Law Attorney Can Help Caregivers
While an elder law attorney typically works with seniors directly, they can also help family caregivers take care of their loved ones and explain how to plan for the future. Because elder law encompasses many areas of law, these specialized attorneys will be able to help you with the following: Advise What’s Best One of …
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