Sarah cries when she relays the story while preparing lunch for her frail, elderly mother who suffers from dementia. A year ago, Sarah and her sister hired a young woman to help care for their mother on Mondays while the sisters both worked. Things seemed to be going well until Sarah received a call from…
Through a quick Google search, it is easy to find “fill in the blank” Power of Attorney forms being provided by numerous sources, such as “do it yourself” guides or cheap and seemingly “easy” online options. The sources make it seem as though it is easy to complete a power of attorney yourself at little…
There are numerous benefits to estate planning, but one that cannot be discounted is the peace of mind that comes with having an estate plan in place. No matter how large or modest your estate, it is inevitable to question what will happen with your hard earned assets should something unexpected happen to you. The…
As an elder law attorney, I am passionate about preventing elder abuse and financial exploitation. Not only is identity theft a risk that threatens elder individuals – it threatens every single one of us. It is important to keep your identity secure. However, even the most careful individuals find themselves dealing with consequences of identity…
