Advanced Care Planning for Dementia

The Importance of Advanced Care Planning in Dementia

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How can advanced care planning in dementia change the game for families dealing with this brutal disease? Simple—without a plan, you’re gambling with the future. Dementia doesn’t wait, doesn’t slow down, and doesn’t care if you’re “not ready.” This disease strips away memory, decision-making, and independence. And if you don’t lock in your choices while you still can, someone else will do it for you. Advanced care planning (ACP) puts you in control—ensuring your wishes…

Legal and Financial Considerations in Dementia Care

Legal and Financial Considerations in Dementia Care

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Every family should factor legal and financial considerations in dementia care.   Dementia is a term that describes a group of symptoms affecting memory, thinking, and behavior. It can be caused by various diseases, such as Alzheimer’s, vascular dementia, Lewy body dementia, etc.     Dementia can affect a person’s ability to make decisions, communicate, and perform daily activities. Therefore, planning for the legal and financial issues that may arise as the disease progresses is essential. Key…

Planning Your Estate – 5 Documents to Sign Before You Die

Planning Your Estate – 5 Documents to Sign Before You Die

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What comes to your mind when you think about planning your estate? Unfortunately, for most of us, we think about dying. Although, we realize it is going to happen to us one day, we don’t want to plan for it now. Estate planning basics should be talked about in every household, especially as people get older. Do you need to pre-pan for your funeral? What about having a will? What will happen to all of…