Dillman: How to pay for long-term care through advance planning
By planning now for how to pay for care later, people have more options and control over how and where they age. It’s just a matter of getting started.
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Stolle: Supported decision-making as an alternative to guardianship
Recognizing the need for a more empowering and inclusive approach, a paradigm shift has been underway — one that highlights the importance of supported decision-making, or SDM.
Dillman: Understanding legal capacity and how to test for it
Professionals working with older adults will inevitably face the challenge of determining whether a client or potential client has legal capacity.
Dillman, Crawford: Making the case for a dementia directive in Indiana
None of the advance directives currently used in Indiana address receiving care with a severe dementia diagnosis.
Dillman: Economic instability and the need to plan for long-term care
The current economic crisis has rattled the confidence of all of us, including my clients. If you are in a practice that focuses on pre-planning, then I am sure you are seeing a similar reaction. Clients who are typically proactive are now pulling back on the reins and taking care of immediate needs — doing just enough to address these immediate needs — rather than preparing for the near future.
Dillman: Countering arguments against estate planning and updates
I encourage my clients to plan for the future when it comes to their money and property by creating, and then occasionally updating, their estate plans. But often, clients have a “one and done” philosophy and don’t think they need to update their documents.
Applegate: How elder caregivers can take a guilt-free summer vacation
Often, caregivers can feel guilty about getting away while they have so much responsibility at home or find it impossible to imagine getting a break. Lots of questions can arise, such as who will take care of the loved ones, how they can continue receiving help, what happens if an emergency arises and more. But with so much day-to-day responsibility as a caregiver, it’s important to have time to refresh and avoid burnout.
Applegate: Helping your clients select a trustee: What to consider
Creating a trust comes with a crucial decision: choosing the trustee. There are some key things that are important for your clients to consider when determining the right trustee.