Lakewood, Colorado Elder Law And Estate Planning Law Blog
End your parent’s uncertainty with end-of-life plans
It’s hard to imagine that your parents won’t be with you as they always have been. As painful as it can be for you, it may be even more painful for them to make end-of-life plans. The time is never too soon to speak to your parents about their plans. Having a clear...
Navigating a probate dispute
The probate process can be complex for a host of reasons. Even when things go smoothly and no problems arise during the process, family members may have a hard time due to stress, uncertainty about various legal issues and other matters. However, when things go wrong,...
Special needs, trusts and emotional support
Those who have someone in the family with special needs may be very concerned about their future and worried about their ability to offer support. Support takes various forms, from offering financial support to providing help from an emotional point of view. We have...
Isolation may be a problem for your aging parent’s estate plan
Few things in life may be more difficult than watching a parent grow old. You may have to assume the role of caretaker. Encouraging your aging loved one to draft a comprehensive estate plan is often an effective strategy for helping your mother or father cope with the...
How can I avoid probate?
Probate is the process where Colorado ensures your wishes are followed after you die by having the court review your estate. Sometimes, it can be a lengthy process. In all cases, it costs money for fees. It is possible to avoid probate in some cases, though, according...
Will my estate go to probate?
One of the main goals when creating your estate plan in Colorado is to make things easier for your heirs when you die. Your estate plan outlines your wishes and allows you to decide which assets go to which heirs. You can make arrangements to ensure there are no...
Four Colorado nursing homes are on the SFF candidate list
Four of the most poorly managed nursing homes in Colorado are on the list of candidates for the Special Focus Facility program, which is monitored by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. Because the SFF list is new and only contains four homes located in...
Am I eligible for Medicaid: long-term care in Colorado?
Medicaid in Colorado is a health insurance program specifically for low-income people. Funded by the state and federal government, it provides healthcare to those in need. Many elders require Medicaid when it comes to health insurance coverage. This is particularly...
Study shows Medicaid ambulance rides more affordable than Uber
Based on a recent study, Medicaid recipients in Colorado may find it more affordable to use an ambulance service for an emergency rather than calling a taxicab or hailing a driver from a rideshare app. Uncertainty regarding how to pay for a ride to the hospital,...
Why to choose a trust over a will
According to American Association of Retired Persons (AARP), families in Colorado should look to trusts to fulfill their estate planning objectives rather than wills. There are several reasons why trusts may be a better legal tool than wills, the first being that...
