One of the most common concerns we hear when dealing with clients that have recently been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s or Parkinson’s disease is concern over making sure that their families have the ability to make medical decisions once the disease progresses to a point they cannot make these decisions for themselves. To resolve this concern, [...]
The durable power of attorney is the legal document that designates a person to handle legal, business, financial and real estate matters on behalf of the principle who signed the document. For those diagnosed with Alzheimer’s or Parkinson’s disease, this is one of the most important documents to be completed, and it needs to be [...]
When your loved one receives a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s or Parkinson’s disease, it is important to understand that the progression of both diseases is completely unpredictable. Some people live years with mild symptoms, while others decline quickly. It is imperative to make sure that you waste no time in planning for legal and financial concerns, [...]
This month, we had the privilege, as Americans, to make our voices heard as we flooded the polls to vote for our next president. Whichever way you voted, one thing is for certain: our politics, and the way we choose to vote, is a reflection of our particular values. What we believe is best, what we want for [...]
Parkinson’s disease is a disease that causes a loss of brain cells that produce the chemical known as dopamine. The lack of dopamine prevents the brain from transmitting the signals that produce controlled and smooth movements to the major muscles. Without dopamine, the neurons fire without the control needed to direct movement. Parkinson’s is most [...]
Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease are two very serious, and sadly fairly common, diseases that slowly rob a person of physical and mental abilities. When you learn that your loved one has been diagnosed with either of these diseases, it’s very important to being planning for the future at once. Eventually, a person with Alzheimer’s or [...]
Like most of us, you"ll likely experience more than a couple of unexpected events in your life that cause you to re-think your long-term financial plans. These unexpected life events can take a heavy toll not only your mental and emotional well-being, but on your financial well-being as well. Whether this even be the loss [...]
Once the initial shock of a diagnosis of Alzheimer's has passed, the immediate panic of "How do we pay for long-term care?" typically sets in. Most people make the decision to move to assisted living or nursing home care during periods of great stress. Finding the right facility can be panic inducing enough, but figuring [...]
There are several elements that should be considered when determining the cost of probate proceedings. Each state has its own laws that determine formal probate costs. Typically, these fees include: Attorney fees Executor fees Court filing fees Miscellaneous costs The cost of the attorney and executor is determined by the court, and is often a [...]
The journey a caregiver makes is full of ups and downs. For many, it seems like an end to so much. The most important thing to remember is that you can best control the situation by letting go. Letting go doesn't mean letting go of your hopes and dreams. It means letting go of the [...]