Everyone knows that caregivers of elderly family members face a difficult task – one that’s made even harder since many must also take care of their own children, as well. These caregivers often burn out and are left exhausted. An experienced Newport Beach elder lawyer will often give their clients information about respite care and …
By Orange County Elder Law Attorney Darlynn Morgan Once an older loved one starts to show signs of dementia, you will likely need to start thinking about the type of care he or she will need in the future. When your loved one gets to the point where he or she is no longer able …
One of the hardest things an adult child must handle is the responsibility of overseeing their elderly parent’s care. Orange County elder law attorneys find that this situation is only made harder when the child and parent live in different states. While arranging for transportation, healthcare, and day-to-day activities is challenging, matters are made even …
Orange County Elder Law Attorneys: Tips When Caring for an Out-of-State Elderly Parent Read More »
Dementia is one of the most devastating conditions affecting seniors, resulting in an eventual loss of cognitive functions. While there is no cure for dementia or the two leading diseases that cause dementia, Alzheimer’s and Lewy body dementia, there are treatments that can slow the effects and help make life more manageable. In order for …
Orange County Elder Law Attorney: What are the Warning Signs of Dementia? Read More »
It’s no secret that the elderly are a favorite target of scam artists. As an Orange County elder law attorney, I have seen it happen too often. Criminals will troll the internet and phone lists looking for seniors that are easy to prey upon due to an illness, disability, or cognitive impairment. Another reason scam artists …
There’s good news for vulnerable seniors in California and across the country. As part of a larger bipartisan bill on banking reform, the Senior Safe Act became law in the month of May. This legislation is an attempt to stop acts of financial abuse targeted at senior citizens by encouraging banks, credit unions, investment advisors …
As an Orange County estate lawyer, I know that most people assume that all of their final wishes can be handled through a simple Last Will and Testament. While a will is designed to handle many postmortem matters, it is not the only legal tool you may need at your disposal to accomplish your goals. Here are six specific …
Orange County Estate Lawyer: Six Things You Shouldn’t Put in Your Will Read More »
The elderly are too often targets of unscrupulous individuals who may try to take an unsuspecting senior’s money. Seniors are especially vulnerable as they become less cognitively able and thus more dependent on other adults. Unfortunately, as an Orange County elder law lawyer, I can tell you that elder financial abuse is common in California. …
Orange County Elder Law Lawyer: 5 Red Flags of Financial Abuse Read More »
If you are providing care to your parent, you are probably doing it without being asked and without compensation. It probably isn’t on your mind at all. But, I can tell you as an Orange County elder law attorney, it should be. As a society, we value our elders and provide the care they need …
Compensation for Being Your Parent’s Caregiver | Orange County Elder Law Attorney Read More »
Many of us are lucky enough to have our parents around long enough for them to know their grandchildren and great-grandchildren. If you are one of the blessed, consider yourself lucky. However, there is one thing that you may eventually have to face – a parent who should not live at home alone anymore. As …
Orange County Elder Law Attorney: Having THAT Conversation with an Elderly Parent Read More »