We know that it can be challenging to think about who will care for your children in the event of your death. Although this challenge may start with identifying who would care for them in a crisis, have you thought about how difficult it would be for your children and this person if you do…
DetailsThe transition from matriarch or patriarch to dependent senior can be tough. Even the most functional and well-meaning families can be reduced to ugly conflicts when it comes to deciding the best course of action regarding caregiving services for an elder parent. In many situations, a parent declines caregiving services initially provided by family members.…
DetailsAs much as you can try to plan for every situation that may arise throughout your life, inevitably some unexpected circumstances can come up. While an estate plan cannot prevent accidents or illnesses from occurring, it can provide you and your loved ones with peace of mind. Estate planning is more than just creating a…
DetailsAlzheimer’s is a disease marked by confusion and uncertainty – and not just for those living with it, but also for their family members and loved ones. One of the best ways to gain clarity for everyone involved is to try to understand the disease and its three stages. Alzheimer’s Disease is a type…
DetailsResearch tells us that elder abuse continues to be on the rise across America. Elder abuse is described by the National Council on Aging as “physical abuse, emotional abuse, sexual abuse, exploitation, neglect, and abandonment.” It specifically refers to the abuse that occurs on the population of Older Americans. “Older Americans” is a generational term…
DetailsMany of our clients tell us that estate planning, at first, can be a challenging task. This is understandable. Effective estate planning requires you to carefully consider what will happen to your assets when you’re no longer here. We want you to think through your estate planning needs very carefully and evaluate all of…
DetailsOlder Americans Month is in full swing. Older Americans are seniors over the age of 60 years old in America. This May, and every month of the year, how do you plan to care for the seniors in your life and ensure that they are protected? Start by ensuring they have the right Florida…
DetailsThe role of the family caregiver can be an extremely difficult responsibility. Your days are filled with multiple responsibilities including, but not limited to, constant care, both physical and emotional, medication management and doctor appointments. On top of the responsibilities that come from caregiving, you have your own emotions and daily responsibilities to handle as…
DetailsAn important comfort to getting older is knowing that your hard-earned and carefully managed assets can be passed on to your family and other beneficiaries. But what happens if age or illness prevents competent supervision of one’s estate? It’s a difficult question to grapple with, but not one without an answer. A revocable trust…
DetailsIn life, divorce is an extremely difficult event that, unfortunately, many couples may go through. According to the American Psychological Association, at least 40-50% of marriages in the United States end in divorce. What many do not realize is “Gray Divorce” or the divorce of Americans over the age of 60, continues to steadily increase.…
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