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How Can Having a Strong Power of Attorney Help You?

How Can Having a Strong Power of Attorney Help You?

by Scott Selis, Esquire | Aug 19, 2020 | Blog, Estate Planning

Did you know that a durable power of attorney (DPOA) may be one of the most valuable estate planning moves you can make? Imagine for a moment that the power to manage your legal and financial affairs is a magic wand only you can wield. The DPOA is a tool designating...

Six Questions to Ask Your Aging Parents

Six Questions to Ask Your Aging Parents

by Scott Selis, Esquire | Aug 12, 2020 | Aging Parents, Blog

When we were younger, our parents tried to help us plan for the future to protect our best interests. Now, the time may have come, if you have an aging parent, to assist them in making plans for the future as well. Where do you start? Even though there may be a lot of...

Tips for Seniors in Preparation for Hurricane Season

Tips for Seniors in Preparation for Hurricane Season

by Scott Selis, Esquire | Jul 29, 2020 | Blog

As storm season approaches, the safety of our senior loved ones is a high priority. Have you considered the importance of the actions we take now to prepare for evacuating in the time of COVID-19? Let us review our hurricane preparedness checklist to help you...

Three Reasons Not to Put Off Estate Planning

Three Reasons Not to Put Off Estate Planning

by Scott Selis, Esquire | Jul 15, 2020 | Blog, Estate Planning

Do you have an estate plan yet? If not, why not? Be honest. Have you been procrastinating? If so, you are not alone. Many people put off making an estate plan. They may procrastinate because they think they do not have enough assets to make it worthwhile. Some people...

4 Mistakes Families Can Make When Advocating for Senior Loved Ones

4 Mistakes Families Can Make When Advocating for Senior Loved Ones

by Scott Selis, Esquire | Jun 23, 2020 | Aging Parents, Blog, Estate Planning

How do you respond to a health care emergency involving a senior loved one? The COVID-19 crisis has forced millions of families to confront this important question. The pandemic has hit elder adults disproportionately harder than the rest of society. Too often...

How to Understand an Alzheimer’s Diagnosis

How to Understand an Alzheimer’s Diagnosis

by Scott Selis, Esquire | Jun 10, 2020 | Aging Parents, Blog, Long Term Care, Long Term Care Facilities

A positive Alzheimer’s Diagnosis is a life-changing event both for the person receiving it and for those who care about him or her. Did you know that understanding the diagnosis and early stages of the disease are critical for identifying effective medical treatments,...

Older Americans Month Involves Much Needed Resources for Family Caregivers

Older Americans Month Involves Much Needed Resources for Family Caregivers

by Scott Selis, Esquire | May 11, 2020 | Aging Parents, Blog, Caregiver

Since 1963, the month of May has been devoted to honoring and supporting the nation’s senior population. Older Americans are an indispensable part of our shared society and the annual May designation of National Older Americans Month formally recognizes their value....

Significant Life Events Mean Re-Evaluating Your Estate Plan

Significant Life Events Mean Re-Evaluating Your Estate Plan

by Scott Selis, Esquire | May 6, 2020 | Blog

The truth is without a legally sound Florida estate plan, there is no guarantee that your end-of-life wishes will be followed. When we discuss this with our clients, we let them know that this is true for both financial and health care considerations. Once a solid...

Tips for People Who Cannot Visit Loved Ones in Nursing Homes

Tips for People Who Cannot Visit Loved Ones in Nursing Homes

by Scott Selis, Esquire | Apr 27, 2020 | Aging Parents, Blog, Long Term Care Facilities

Human beings are social creatures. Similar to animals, we live in family groups for much of our lives and tend to seek out companionship. For the most part, we also seem to find comfort in human contact during stressful or difficult times. If the findings of a recent...

Striking the Balance Between Work and Caregiving as Your Parents Age

Striking the Balance Between Work and Caregiving as Your Parents Age

by Scott Selis, Esquire | Apr 15, 2020 | Aging Parents, Blog, Caregiver

It is a story as old as time. Our parents care for us when we are young. Many of us return the favor as our parents age. While it sounds simple in theory, that is seldom the case in reality, especially now as we find ourselves facing these uncertain times. In addition...

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