Legal Matters

Locating a good elder law attorney is a great idea for aging adults that need their assets protected.

5 Smart Tips for Hiring an Elder Law Attorney

Navigating the legal complexities of aging, from estate planning to Medicaid eligibility, can feel overwhelming for families. An elder law...

estate planning basics

Estate Planning Basics: Give Seniors Peace of Mind

An estate plan gives seniors peace of mind Creating a will or estate plan is essential for everyone, but especially...

legal documents for caregivers

5 Important Legal Documents for Caregivers

Getting the legal stuff done now benefits everyone One day, your older adult won’t be able to manage their own...

end of life documents

5 Essential End-of-Life Documents for Seniors

Avoiding end-of-life conversations is a natural tendency. But not having the proper legal documents in place could create big problems...

dementia and power of attorney

Dementia and Power of Attorney: What to Do If Someone Can’t or Won’t Sign a POA

When a loved one with dementia delays or refuses to sign a Power of Attorney (POA), families often face a...

funeral planning

5 Ways to Make Funeral Planning Easier

Funeral planning is something that most of us avoid. But helping your older adult make arrangements ahead of time means...

ARAG long term care planning for caregivers

Get Help with Long Term Care Planning: Making Financial, Medical, and Legal Decisions

When my mother-in-law was diagnosed with a progressive lung disease, my family felt lost trying to determine the best plan...

caregiver legal issues

Get Expert Advice on 4 Common Caregiver Legal Issues

Legal issues that come up when caring for an older adult are stressful. You don’t know what you’re supposed to...

POLST living will

POLST vs Living Will: Two Different End of Life Documents

Living will and POLST are used differently Making sure your older adult has proper end-of-life documents can be confusing. You've...

living will

What Is a Living Will and Why Do Seniors Need One?

Discussing end-of-life wishes benefits seniors and caregivers It’s hard to think about end of life, especially when your older adult...

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