Elder Law

Many people think they have plenty of time to plan for their care as they age, but that’s not always the case. The problem with this line of thought is that the lack of planning can lead to significant issues if the person starts to need care before they plan. A...

As people age, they sometimes realize that they’re no longer able to care for themselves independently like they were when they were younger. Some people may need just a little bit of help through in-home care. In some cases, they may realize that they need to move...

One important area to consider when making an estate plan is how you want to make decisions about your future medical care, potentially including end-of-life care. There is a chance that you could be incapacitated. This can happen due to sudden injury or the onset of...

When a loved one transitions into a nursing home, it’s natural to feel a deep sense of responsibility and concern. Many family members want to remain as involved as possible, offering companionship, support and reassurance that their loved one is not alone.  However,...

Aging is something that happens to us all. If you have elderly relatives, then you likely want to ensure that they can enjoy their golden years peacefully.  Unfortunately, elderly people can be vulnerable to financial exploitation, and family members are their first...

For the past five or six months, you have noticed a decline in the physical and/or mental condition of your elderly parents. You want them to move into a retirement community where they will be safe and supervised as needed. They see no reason for leaving the...

The aging process is something that no one can avoid, and you’ve seen this reality impact your elderly parent recently. One of your main concerns may be that your parent is struggling to manage their money. Outlined below are a few signs that this may be the case....

You’re used to your parents making important decisions and taking the lead. After all, that’s what they did when you were growing up. But, the reality is that age catches up with all of us and we are not always going to be able to handle our own finances. As your...

When most of us think of people who perpetrate elder abuse, we usually think of nursing home staff or at-home caregivers, such as a family member or a hired professional. That, however, is just one form of elder abuse. A senior citizen who is unable, for physical or...

Did you know that for every reported case of financial elder abuse, hundreds or perhaps thousands of others go unreported? Elderly individuals and their families here in Indiana might not know about such abuse until significant damage occurs. The Consumer Financial...