Capacity to Make a Gift
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Capacity Law, Elder Care, Estate Litigation, Family Conflict, Geriatric Care ManagementTotal 374 Posts
When we were teenagers and our parents allowed us to take the car, they worried about us driving. Now you are worried about them. How do you know if your parent is still able to drive safely? Should they be driving? What should you look for? Who do you contact?….
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Elder Care, Estate Planning, Family Conflict, Geriatric Care ManagementProfessionals and lay people have no doubt been part of or heard about the increased awareness of the issues facing the elderly whether vulnerable, capable or not. Most however, are not aware of section 331 of the criminal code. ….
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Elder Care, Family Conflict, Power of Attorney‘Granny dumping’, not so lovingly defined as elderly people being abandoned by relatives or others in emergency departments, is happening close to home. It is the end of the spectrum of baby dumping. What a sad comment on our society today and ultimately, ourselves. I believe that how we treat our elders is an indication of how we as a society are faring. We are not doing well. How desperate….
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Elder Care, Estate Planning, In the NewsWhile family members may not agree amongst themselves, on any level, it is possible to have everyone be on the same page, as it comes to dealing with their parents as they age and decline…..
“Respect Your Elders” was a phrase that I heard growing up and one I suspect many of you did as well. How can we make sure we are respecting their wishes?
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Elder Care, Estate Planning, Family Conflict, Geriatric Care Management, Power of Attorney, Powers Of Attorney and Guardianship Disputes