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Putting the Personal in Personal Care
Often the only stories which are broadcast by the media about long-term care facilities highlight extreme events and inadequate care. ...
Read MoreA Elder Law Check-Up for Santa
When one considers the characteristics of America’s Santa Claus, which qualities attract the most attention? While his exact age is...
Read MoreHoliday Conversation
Underlying all of the material trappings of the holiday season is a focus on hope, peace, and family/loved ones. Much...
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Holiday Traditions: A Source of Stability or Tension?
Do holidays bring to mind special memories of past family celebrations and anticipation of upcoming events, or a dread of...
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Respite Care Test Drive
Next week, many of you will be sharing a meal with your extended family. Holiday gatherings are opportunities for families...
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The Nursing Home Promise
Americans live in a society in which youth is highly valued and many people become uncomfortable when asked to think...
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Validation: Human Connections Despite Dementia
Various theories and approaches exist for working with individuals who are experiencing symptoms of dementia. Previous articles have discussed basic...
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Duties as a Fiduciary for Estate Planning
You may have heard the term “fiduciary” when reading about estate planning. Appointing another as fiduciary in your estate planning...
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Keeping an Older Adult At Home
An older loved one is having difficulty managing in the family home. Decisions about finding support for your loved one,...
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Estate Planning and Divorce
A common issue which arises involves a single person wanting to update his/her Estate Planning documents. He/She wants to update...
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