Lakewood, Colorado Elder Law And Estate Planning Law Blog
Does Medicaid cover long term care?
Figuring out how Medicaid fits in to estate planning can be a challenge. Particularly with Americans living longer these days, figuring out assisted living can be very challenging. There are many difficulties that come along with seniors moving into assisted living...
Preparing your aging parent for long-term care
Taking care of an aging parent is difficult, but when the time comes to consider a facility, you may meet some resistance. The notion that you are no longer able to care for one of the most important people in your life may lead to stress and sadness all around. The...
Doctor Visits in the Digital Age
Growing old calls for the kind of preparation to stay healthy and comfortable. But there are those who, without assistance, are unable to leave their homes for regular appointments to their doctor. Luckily, as the world steps into an age obsessed with instant...
Advance directives for young adults
For parents and grandparents, children moving out into the world for the first time can be both a joyous and life-changing experience. Those first few steps into adulthood are a remarkable occasion for everyone. However, most young people are not thinking about the...
3 Probate myths explored
Some wills are specifically designed to avoid probate; others are less detailed. Some estates are intestate, meaning there is no will outlining the decedent’s wishes. For the general public, probate may not be a familiar topic. It is nebulous and open to speculation,...
Plan to avoid the federal estate tax
Many people who meet with an estate planning attorney for the first time ask about the estate tax. While much of estate planning law flies under the radar of political commentators or the news media, there is always a lot of coverage whenever politicians propose a...
What is a special needs trust?
Trusts are among the most adaptable tools in estate planning. Depending on how it is designed, a trust can go into effect during your life or upon your passing. Wealthy families often use trusts to protect their assets and provide for future generations, or to provide...
Do people under conservatorship retain voting rights?
A fundamental right Americans enjoy is the right to vote in an election. Thanks to measures like mail-in ballots, even older people in Colorado who cannot make it to a polling place may cast a ballot. However, since guardianships and conservatorships remove some...
How much money you need before a living trust is worthwhile
Estate planning in Colorado is not a free process, at least, not when done right. Because of this, many people wonder how much is enough before a living trust becomes worthwhile. It really comes down to individual preference and the amount of money or ROI a person...
When your parent refuses to go to the doctor
As your parents age, regular health care becomes much more important. Aside from the achy joints, cataracts or other physical ailments that can plague seniors, doctor appointments also help screen for cognitive health issues such as dementia or Alzheimer's disease. ...
