by Doug Jones | Apr 10, 2021 | Estate Planning, Tips for Family Caregivers
Planning for Mom AND You. We have talked a lot about the necessity of planning for Mom so as to get the best going forward result for her in her life, both now and in the future. However planning for Mom alone leaves out one very important person, which of course is... 
by Doug Jones | Feb 23, 2021 | Estate Planning, Stories
Deciding in Advance of the Need! Occasionally we will see Mom & Dad make their own “where to be” decisions in advance of the actual need to move. This proactive approach is rare, but it shows great insight and provides benefits for the couple and for... 
by Doug Jones | Feb 5, 2021 | Articles, Estate Planning, Tips for Family Caregivers
It May Not Happen By Accident! Nursing Home admission is one thing we don’t even like to think about, let alone do planning around. But today, I’m not talking about planning to go to a Nursing Home. Rather, I’m talking about planning to stay OUT of a Nursing Home. Now... 
by Doug Jones | Feb 5, 2021 | Articles, Estate Planning, Family Care, Tips for Family Caregivers
If Mom is showing signs of declining health, it may be time to organize a Mom Centered Family Meeting to keep her safe, while helping her maintain as much independence as possible. A Mom Centered Family Meeting is a productive way for family members and their loved... 
by Doug Jones | Jan 30, 2021 | Articles, Estate Planning
Look Out for Stage #2! In our Elder Law Practice, we commonly see Seniors in one of three stages of the Elder Care Journey. The term “stages” as used herein is not a medical term. It is simply my observation of where a Senior currently resides on the Elder... 
by Doug Jones | Feb 12, 2020 | Articles, Estate Planning
Phase 3 Planning – Medicaid for Nursing Home Residents As a Family Caregiver, you have done as much as you can for as long as possible. Now what? It’s time to be honest with both yourself and your family; you have started feeling the adverse effects of...