If you’re like most people, you aren’t eager to spend time thinking about what would happen if you became unable to direct your own medical care because of illness, an accident, or advanced age. However, if you don’t do at least a little bit of planning — writing down your wishes about the kinds of […]
Powers of Attorney: Crucial Documents for Caregiving
What comes to mind when you hear the words “power of attorney"? An important legal document? A license to steal? The key to successful caregiving? All of the above? If you thought “all of the above,” you're on the right track. The power of attorney is a powerful legal document. It can give ... READ the POST
How To Deal With Difficult Aging Parents: A Relationship Guide For Stressed Out Adult Children
Are you overwhelmed and stressed out from your difficult aging parents and feel like there is seemingly no end or any solution to it all? Believe it or not, this is one of life's most common, yet difficult problems to handle that happens to every one of us: What happens when you eventually have ... READ the POST
Living Wills & Medical Powers of Attorney
Your health care directives -- including your living will and power of attorney for health care -- might be the most important estate planning documents you ever make. Giving your family clear, written direction about your end-of-life wishes can spare them anguish -- and make sure you get the kind ... READ the POST
What is Grief?
Grief is the reaction we have in response to a death or loss. Grief can affect our body, mind, emotions, and spirit.People might notice or show grief in several ways:Physical reactions: These might be things like changes in appetite or sleep, an upset stomach, tight chest, crying, tense ... READ the POST
Plan Now – Save Later
Does the government get your estate if you have no will?The short answer is “no,” says lawyer Rob Culos. If a person dies without a will, the Court will decide who gets your belongings. However, Rob points out, this can create an unwanted result for many reasons:Where there is no will, ... READ the POST
