It might seem confusing to think about estate planning vs. elder law as you begin to plan your future, both financially and in terms of health care. Estate planning and elder law also have some similarities. Even though these two types…
Most older adults realize the importance of estate planning. Yet, nearly half of Americans age 55 or more are lacking a will, have no designated powers of attorney, and have not composed a living will, or health care directives. These…
Third-party scammers exploit the good intentions of people who want to believe they are donating to a charitable cause. Older adults trying to figure out what is real may become overwhelmed by the constant influx of electronic mail, fake mirror websites, fake GoFundMe pages,…
Discussing your mortality openly and honestly with family can be sobering, but sensible. No one enjoys thinking of death, and yet with forethought, you can ensure that your estate plan and your healthcare arrangements best reflect your wishes. It is…