
Essential Estate Planning Documents every Caregiver Needs
One of the most difficult—and emotional—parts of caregiving can be having discussions about the legal side of aging.

One of the most difficult—and emotional—parts of caregiving can be having discussions about the legal side of aging.

Other than covered entities and business associates, which other entities are covered by the HIPAA rules?

If you have a family member with special needs, you might face emotional and physical issues. However, you also may be concerned about maximizing the financial support that your loved one requires.

One major misconception is we simply can tell loved ones what we want to happen for the purposes of health or property distribution and family members can ensure that those wishes are followed.

It is very important for unmarried couples to execute estate planning documents to make their wishes clear concerning the rights and responsibilities of their significant other.

If you’re seeking guardianship or conservatorship for a relative who is unable to take care of their own personal or financial needs, get ready for the long haul.

Data from sources like the U.S. Census Bureau shows in no uncertain terms that the U.S. population has grown older over the prior two decades.

You’re single, and you don’t have an estate plan or even a will. Perhaps you think you don’t need either because you’re not wealthy and don’t have children.

Everyone age 18 and over should have a health care proxy document signed (think children off to college, and yourself, not just an elderly parent).

Joint accounts may seem like an effective way to prepare if parents need help with finances as they get older, but unexpected problems could crop up.