When someone receives a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s Disease, they may fear that the memories they have built over a lifetime will fade without a way to pass them on to the next generation. If someone you love has Alzheimer’s, helping him or her to preserve his or her memories to be shared with his… Read more »
Did you know that September 17 marks Constitution Day? Established to acknowledge and honor the signing of the U.S. Constitution on September 17, 1787, it is a day to really reflect on the importance of the rights afforded to U.S. citizens by this critical, historical document. The power of the preamble to the U.S.… Read more »
These are unprecedented times we live in. In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, many people are struggling personally, professionally, and financially. Have you considered the weight of the stress and anxiety you may be carrying right now? It is normal to be grappling with a wide variety of strong emotions at this time.… Read more »
Emily Post once said that considering the rights and feelings of others is the “very foundation upon which social life is built.” Masks are worn to protect our health and that of others, yet, not everyone adheres to this request made by the U.S. Surgeon General. Why not use etiquette to change behavior? Instead of… Read more »
Did you know that August 21st is National Senior Citizen Day? Established by President Ronald Reagan in 1988, it is a day to recognize the important role Older Americans play in our lives and our community. National Senior Citizen Day may be the perfect opportunity to recognize the contributions of U.S. seniors, as well… Read more »
One of the things that makes estate planning so rewarding is the opportunity to teach clients about all of the options for addressing immediate and future concerns. Take the creation of trusts as an example, many clients may have some general knowledge about trusts and how they work. Do they know, however, that there are… Read more »
Have you had a conversation with your aging parents about their financial future? Many of us will have to at some point and many of us are unsure how to approach this topic, as it can be quite uncomfortable to ask our parents about their estate planning. In the hopes of guiding you in… Read more »
Did you know that June is Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month? The annual public education campaign is dedicated to serving impacted and at-risk seniors, their family members, and caregivers. It also involves advocates across health care, legal, and nonprofit communities. A pillar of the campaign is dispelling common misconceptions, as such it is important to… Read more »
Did you know June is World Elder Abuse Awareness Month? June 15, 2020 is designated as World Elder Abuse Awareness Day. Since 2006, this has been a time set aside to promote greater recognition of the difficulties that millions of Older Americans face each year. The grim reality for men and women age 65… Read more »
May is National Elder Law Month and there are plenty of reasons to celebrate. Since 1963, the month of May has been devoted to seniors and their unique needs thanks to an official presidential proclamation. Elder law attorneys have embraced the annual tradition and are dedicated to helping seniors better understand their rights, concerns… Read more »
