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The Covid crisis has changed many things.  Some of us are social distancing, reducing the errands we run, or even tightening the belt due to economic concerns.  Even in normal times the lurking uncertainty can be hard but during a crisis the uncertainty can be overbearing.   What can we do?  We can take action to plan for ourselves and our families.  We always recommend planning, no matter how simple, and during a crisis it is even more  important.  Think about the following: If you get sick and cannot speak for yourself, what do you want to happen in the hospital?  Does anyone know whether you want to be intubated?  Have you prepared a Living Will?If you are in the hospital or quarantined at home, can someone else go to the…

Family caregivers are truly unsung heroes. They volunteer to provide physical and emotional care for their elderly, ill and/or disabled loved ones without fanfare or pay. According to the National Alliance for Caregiving, nearly 44 million Americans provided unpaid care to a dependent loved one last year. These are parents, adult children, spouses, and even friends and neighbors of dependent people who do not have the luxury of relying on relatives. While laudable, it is important to recognize that family caregiving is an enormous responsibility with many potential pitfalls, even for the most committed and compassionate family members. For example, if you are considering stepping into the role of a family caregiver, first ask yourself if you are qualified. It is one thing to provide assistance with meal preparation, bathing…

The American Bar Association just posted a great article about the need for Elder Law experts.  This does a good job of showing why you need the  expertise of an attorney who really knows the implications of estate planning, Medicaid, Veteran's Benefits, Medicine and Social Work (anything  else need to be on that list?!?!?!?) Check out this great article. ABA Article