Every day, the typical Colorado resident makes numerous decisions. Some decisions, such as what to have for lunch, are usually minor while other decisions, such as which job to accept, are more significant. Throughout this process, there are also a number of decisions...
Month: January 2018
How to challenge a guardianship decision
Many elderly citizens rely on the services of a guardian to help make important financial and life decisions. In many cases, the court ends up appointing a guardian. While many professional guardians will ensure the individual is safe, abuse has occurred in the...
Estate planning important to one’s financial affairs
Sometimes it is easier to simply ignore the facts. However, while it may appear to be the solution, ignoring one's needs does not typically make them disappear. In fact, many Colorado residents need to establish and/or review their estate planning documents.A will is...
Estate planning important for Colorado residents
As one ages, there are many decisions which must be made. Among these decisions, the Colorado resident needs to consider his or her health concerns, family dynamics, and assets. These issues provide the foundation for the various estate planning decisions that need to...
4 signs your relative is financially abusing your aging parent
You want to think the best of your family members, but sometimes the signs are too alarming to ignore. If you are suspicious that your sibling or another relative is stealing money from your elderly parent, you are likely feeling anger and confusion. According to...
Elder law attorneys can help to set up Medicaid planning programs
In Colorado and all states, long term nursing care and similar or related services for senior citizens are not covered by Medicare. Instead, for those who can't afford such care, including residence in a nursing home, they must qualify for Medicaid to receive...
Need for care services increases as individual ages
Life support, ventilators, nursing home care -- these are but a few of the many decisions that the Colorado resident and his or her family may face as the individual ages. When it becomes necessary to make these decisions, the individual affected typically is unable...
