One of the most cherished parts of the holiday season is coming together and sharing the foods that remind you of home, childhood, and loved ones long gone. Every family has something unique.

Understanding Dementia-Related Agitation As an elder law attorney, I’ve had the privilege of walking alongside countless families navigating the challenges of aging, illness, and long-term care. I understand difficulties families face when a loved one with dementia becomes agitated, and the person you’ve known your whole life suddenly lashes out, confused and afraid.

A Helping Hand More and more often we are seeing “solo agers” in need of a long term plan to address their needs. As you age these needs involve care coordination, bill pay, and property management so you can safely stay home. Who is going to check to see if it is time for a servicing by the plumber before things get bad, or for repairs after thing do?

Writing Your Own Will Many clients believe all they need is a Last Will. I believe a Power of Attorney is much more important. A Power of Attorney decides who manages your assets, and your bill pay, while you are still living. But that said, a Last Will can still be very important. A Last Will decides who inherits what, after you are deceased.

Should I Give My Kids the House? Families often wonder what they should do to protect their home and money if they need care. The truth is the State does not take the assets when someone needs Medicaid.