Lakewood, Colorado Elder Law And Estate Planning Law Blog
What are the first steps I need to take after a loved one passes?
When you lose someone you love, wrapping up their final affairs is the last thing on your mind. You may need time to recover from the shock or grieve in private. This is especially the case if the person lived with you in Colorado or shared a close legal or blood...
Older adults face risks from smartphones and computers
Nearly three-quarters of American adults 65 and older use the internet in 2019 compared to 43% in 2010, according to the Pew Research Center. Researchers also found that 42% of older Americans owned smartphones in 2017, an 18% increase from four years earlier. This...
What care does my loved one with Alzheimer’s need?
When a Colorado doctor gives you loved one an Alzheimer's diagnosis, it is a terrifying time for them and you. This disease slowly robs a person of their mental capabilities. It starts slow but progresses over time, and there is no cure. Eventually, your loved one...
What are holographic wills?
Colorado residents who are starting to look into matters of estate planning will likely also want to look into the possibility of creating a will. States have their own rules regarding what is or isn't allowed or considered valid. For example, there are holographic...
Estate planning steps for new parents
If you and your partner have recently welcomed your first child, the last thing you want to think about is who will care for your baby if you are no longer able to do so. By having a family conversation about estate planning, however, you can ease your mind while...
Explaining the Medicaid look back period
Planning for the long-term care of a loved one in Colorado can be tricky. There are a lot of rules and restrictions when it comes to using government programs, such as Medicaid. It is very easy to end up not getting the benefits you planned to get because of an error...
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...
