Just as the title suggests, immediate Powers of Attorney take effect immediately. This is quite different from springing Powers of Attorney, which don’t take effect until the determination of incapacitation. While it’s evident that a person with Alzheimer’s should have some Power of Attorney in place, the question becomes which type of Power of Attorney […]
Alzheimer’s Caregiving: The importance of managing your workload and stress
People who provide Alzheimer’s caregiving for a loved one are prime candidates for impossible workloads and high stress levels. It’s easy to get caught up in the daily tasks required caring for a family member with Alzheimer’s and these selfless personalities tend to put all of these needs before their own needs. But, seeking respite and taking […]
Essential Legal Documents Anyone With Alzheimer’s Needs to Have in Place
No one plans on Alzheimer’s, however a person diagnosed with Alzheimer’s should put some planning in place, while they still can, and in the form of legal documents. There are a number of legal decisions someone diagnosed with Alzheimer’s can and should execute, and as discussed in Can Someone Diagnosed With Alzheimer’s Still Execute Legal […]
Alzheimer’s and the Medicaid Look-Back Rule: Is it too late for planning?
A really common and really unfortunate mistake that causes a lot of Alzheimer’s families to talk themselves out of engaging in planning that could very effectively protect a great deal of life savings has to do with Alzheimer’s and the Medicaid look-back rule. They see their family member, diagnosed with Alzheimer’s, and often believe they […]
Alzheimer’s and Powers of Attorney for Property: Why the document’s specific language matters so much
Not all Powers of Attorney for Property are created equal. This may come as a surprise to some people, we hear “Power of Attorney for Property” and we think of a standardized form, but the language contained in these documents can differ from each other. While a basic form may give authority to pay bills and […]
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