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Coronavirus (Covid-19) Re…

Coronavirus (Covid-19) Reinforces the Need for Advance Health Care Directives & Durable Financial Powers of Attorney

One of the risks posed by the coronavirus (Covid-19) is the potential incapacity (even if only temporary) of anyone infected by the virus. Elders and individuals with serious underlying health conditions are especially in peril. This real-life risk r… Read More
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Understanding and Preventing Financial Exploitation of Elders

Elders face many unique challenges. Financial exploitation is one of the most serious risks they face. But exactly what constitutes financial exploitation of elders? How does it happen? What can you do to prevent it or address it? Financial Exploitat… Read More
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Durable Financial Power of Attorney

A durable financial power of attorney is a legal document in which you name a financial agent, who is somebody to make decisions about your financial affairs if you are incapacitated. “Durable” means that the power of attorney remains in effect n… Read More
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Surrogate Health Care Decision Making and Advance Health Care Directives

If you become incapacitated and need medical treatment, what kind of care will you receive, and who is going to make decisions for you? The answers to these crucially important questions include surrogate health care decision making and advance healt… Read More
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