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The probate process is something that happens after someone passes away, and it takes place in probate court. Unfortunately, fewer people know that it can be a long and complicated process. It can sometimes take months, or even years, to complete.
There is no doubt that contemplating our own death is one of life’s greatest challenges. Yet it is very important to think carefully about the medical treatment we would want for that challenging time.
In the U.S., continuing care retirement communities (CCRCs) are becoming more popular. Sometimes referred to as life plan communities, the goal is to provide a long-term care option for older residents.
Elder law and estate planning are often used interchangeably, but there are significant differences between them. While some overlap exists between the two, learning and implementing strategies from both law practice types is crucial to prepare for successful aging and preserve a family legacy.
There is a report published by the Alzheimer’s Association (alz.org) entitled Alzheimer’s Disease Facts and Figures. The findings give pause when contemplating the future of many Americans who will be living with crippling dementia.
There may be a situation in which you are asked to act as power of attorney for a family member or friend. Your person may be planning for when they might become unable to take care of their affairs.
COVID-19 will not disappear as many hoped. The disease is more deadly for those over 65, according to studies. Individuals living in senior living communities, such as independent living, assisted living, memory care, and nursing homes have the highest risk of becoming infected and possibly dying from the virus or a secondary illness, such as pneumonia, after being weakened from the virus.
In the event of an accident or illness that prevents you from making medical decisions, an advance health care directive outlines how you want medical professionals to act. A living will is crucial for all adults because accidents or a sudden onset of severe or terminal illness can happen anytime, rendering you unable to make medical choices.
As part of the Medicaid program, individuals who meet certain asset requirements can obtain assistance in paying for long-term care (LTC). Long-term care often creates devastating financial impacts on Americans, particularly the elderly, and for those family members who lose hours of income (and more) while providing care for their loved ones.
USPS Inspection Service (USPIS), a division of the United States Postal Service, has entered into a two-year agreement with the Veterans Administration Privacy Service (Office of Privacy and Records Management, OPRM) to provide veterans and their dependents with information regarding scams and protecting personal information.
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