by Michael Delaney | Aug 30, 2019 | Aging, Elder Law, Guardianship, Nursing Homes
Families fight – there’s no way around it. Whether it’s over the last slice of pie at Thanksgiving dinner or what to do with Mom’s home after she passes, family arguments are unavoidable. When a loved one begins to lose capacity or passes away, emotions run high...
by Michael Delaney | Aug 29, 2019 | Attorney News, Elder Abuse and Exploitation, Elder Law, Guardianship, Power of Attorney, Scams, Social Security, Special Needs
Elder mediation is the process of resolving a dispute that involves an elder and their family. Making decisions can be difficult, especially when you are deciding on behalf of someone else. Even when all the family is getting along well, you should expect to see some...
by Amy Delaney | Aug 28, 2019 | Aging, Elder Abuse and Exploitation, Elder Law, Guardianship, Nursing Homes
Many times siblings find it hard to agree within themselves when making decisions for mom or dad’s long-term care or when they are near the end of their life. This can be an emotional roller-coaster and ensuring the best care is provided and that everyone is in...
by Amy Delaney | Aug 8, 2019 | Uncategorized
One of the most difficult things an adult child might have to do is tell their mother or father that they are moving him or her to a nursing home. This often results in a feeling that many of us experience at some point in our lives: guilt. Unfortunately, guilt is a...
by Amy Delaney | Aug 6, 2019 | Elder Abuse and Exploitation, Elder Law, Guardianship, Nursing Homes, Power of Attorney
As we get older, we may find ourselves taking care of our loved ones who used to take care of us. Our parents may revert to the role of adolescent; hiding delinquent bills and health information from us. We may be unaware of the truth until a friend or neighbor...
