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Posts Categorized: Elder Care
What is Elder Care Law and Is It Different From Elder Law?
As our population ages, legal issues surrounding the care and rights of older adults have become increasingly important. Two terms often encountered in this realm are “Elder Care Law” and “Elder Law.” These terms are closely related and are often times used interchangeably. An Overview Elder Law primarily focuses on the legal issues that arise… Read More »
How Do I Get An Elderly Relative Declared Mentally Incompetent?
In Massachusetts, declaring an elderly relative mentally incompetent involves a legal process designed to protect their rights while ensuring their safety and well-being. Because this process involves the courts and can have lasting consequences, it’s important to work with a qualified Massachusetts elder law attorney from the start. Here are the steps to follow: Declaring an elderly… Read More »
Aging in Place in Massachusetts — How to Support Your Elderly Relatives
As our loved ones age, the desire to age in place—remaining in their own homes for as long as possible—becomes increasingly important. In Massachusetts, resources and strategies are available to help elderly relatives maintain their independence and quality of life while staying in familiar surroundings. Today, we will examine how you can support your elderly… Read More »
Massachusetts Senior Guardianship Reforms
Guardianship is a crucial legal mechanism designed to protect the welfare of vulnerable seniorswho may no longer be capable of making their own decisions due to incapacitation.Massachusetts has recently witnessed significant reforms to its guardianship laws, aiming toenhance the protection of its elderly population. Guardianship in Massachusetts: An Overview Guardianship is a legal process that… Read More »
Navigating Probate: Avoiding Common Pitfalls
Introduction Probate is a legal process that ensures the orderly distribution of a deceased person’s assets and settlement of their debts. While it’s designed to be a structured and fair system, common probate pitfalls can complicate matters for heirs and executors alike. In this article, we’ll explore some of these challenges and offer insights on… Read More »
What Are the Three Stages of Dementia?
A dementia diagnosis might look different from one person to another, including the progression to various stages. There are three primary stages of Alzheimer’s and this is important for you as a family member to recognize the early signs and symptoms and to understand the value of incorporating appropriate estate planning when you can. The… Read More »
Questions to Ask Before Selecting a Nursing Home or Assisted Living Facility for an Alzheimer’s Patient
If your parent has recently been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s or dementia, you have a lot of factors to consider going forward. If you or other family members are unable to step in and provide the necessary day-to-day care for your loved one when it becomes needed, it is important to think in advance about the… Read More »
What Does a Medicaid Planner Do?
Qualifying for Medicaid is a very complicated prospect. Although Medicaid is a federal program, it is administered at the state level. There might also be different programs within each state and the application and review process is time-consuming. Mistakes made on a Medicaid application or the failure to plan in advance regarding Medicaid qualification can… Read More »
Caregivers Must Remember To Care For Themselves
According to a report issued by the National Alliance for Caregivers and AARP, approximately 40 million Americans provide unpaid care to another adult. What is more, providing adequate care to a spouse or partner requires, on average, over 44 hours per week. Sadly, caregivers often devote so much time and energy to caring for a… Read More »