Even though you are getting older, you probably still feel alert and healthy. You may find thinking about future medical care unpleasant. Doing so requires you to think about being incapacitated in a hospital.Approximately 64% of American adults don't have an advance...
Month: August 2019
Elder abuse more likely to involve family members than strangers
Older adults face many difficulties that younger people do not. For some, the physical and mental decline that can come with old age may make it difficult to enjoy activities that they did previously. For other adults, those declines can be dangerous to their...
How to help older parents stay safe in their own home
As a parent ages, their home can potentially become more dangerous. Things that had been small risks suddenly represent serious hazards.If a parent wants to stay in their home, it’s possible for you to help create an environment that minimizes the risks – and...
Elder law planning can allow for a more peaceful life
Americans are living longer and healthier lives. But no matter how hard a person works to delay the onset of old age and preserve one's health into later years, at some point, most people will require some form of assistance. One aspect of elder law in Colorado and...
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We established this blog to share stories and information about topics relevant to our practice. Our intent is to regularly provide posts highlighting legal issues of local, state and national interest that we think you will find interesting. Check back later for...
Several people hoping court removes conservatorship in this case
Colorado, like most other states, is home to many Star Trek fans. Many people have a favorite character on the still-popular old TV show. Nichelle Nichols, who played Lieutenant Uhura, ranks high on most lists, especially because she broke through racial barriers as...
Man’s death reveals need for carefully planned guardianship
When people cannot make medical or financial decisions for themselves, a guardianship may be the best way to ensure their protection. Though some people worry that establishing guardianship renders a person incapable of making his or her own decisions, that is not the...
Your parent’s generosity could make them vulnerable
Do your elderly parents regularly donate to charities, religious groups or community projects? According to the IRS, they could be especially vulnerable to scams and financial abuse.These fraudulent scam artists use tax incentives and fake charities to cheat...
Would a third-party special needs trust benefit your child?
If you have a child who has special needs, you may be looking for a way to continue providing for your child after you are gone. Traditional estate planning tools, like wills and living trusts, offer different ways for you to leave money to your children. However,...
Estate planning wise after an Alzheimer’s diagnosis
Having a loved one with Alzheimer's disease can be difficult. Though many people in Colorado and across the country receive this diagnosis, the progression of the disease and the way it affects each individual can differ. In any case, it is wise for families to...
