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Supporting Your Parent on World Alzheimer’s Day

September 7, 2020/in Caregivers/by KT Williams

Were you aware that, on September 21, we celebrate World Alzheimer’s Day? This is a day to raise awareness of what this disease can mean for those diagnosed with Alzheimer’s Disease, as well as impacted family members. Often called a “family” disease, Alzheimer’s can have a significant impact not just on the person afflicted, but on family members, including spouses, siblings, and adult children. If you are the adult child of a parent recently diagnosed with Alzheimer’s Disease, you may be taking on a caregiving role that feels strange to you, when you are used to having the role of the child in your relationship. It can be important to find support for yourself, as well as for your mother or father, as you walk this path together.

If your mom or dad has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s, it may feel overwhelming. You may be used to looking to your parents for advice, even as an adult child. Some children rush to jump in and “save the day” while others have a hard time accepting the diagnosis. Wherever you are in your own thought process, your first step after finding out might be to ask your parents how they feel. What are their fears about the disease? What would they like to do before they become incapacitated over time?

If their biggest fears include what will happen when they cannot live independently, helping them make plans for a future caregiver may put their mind at ease.  Whether you are able to fill the caregiver role or need to find a healthcare professional, you can begin planning now.  If they have a strong desire to spend more time with their grandchildren while they can still communicate effectively and recognize them, perhaps you can find ways to make that happen.

It can also be important to find support for yourself. There may be several local support groups for family members and caregivers of those affected by Alzheimer’s. Going to one that meets regularly can give you a place to express your frustrations and concerns. It may also be a place to make friends with other adult children of parents who have Alzheimer’s who can provide a shoulder to lean on, as well as an outlet for advice.

If your mom and/or dad has recently been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s, now is the time to discuss future caregiving plans and estate planning. You may need to come up with plans for who will provide day to day care, how you will pay for it, and how you will preserve their assets for your other parent (if applicable) and possibly for yourself and your children. As tough as these subjects can be to discuss, it is important to do so before your parents are incapacitated, so that they can have an active role in making plans for their own future and for yours while they are mentally competent to do so. Our office is here to help. Contact us to schedule a meeting.

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Long-Term Planning Resources for Family Caregivers During National Elder Law Month

May 22, 2020/in Caregivers/by KT Williams

Did you know the month of May is designated Older Americans Month and National Elder Law Month? Both annual events are designed to honor and support seniors. In doing so, however, millions of family caregivers are also recognized as an essential part of senior care. As such, support resources offered by advocacy groups and the elder law community often involve adult children of aging Americans and other family members.

Elder law attorneys represent, counsel, and assist seniors and their families on a variety of legal issues, such as estate planning, health care, retirement planning, special needs assistance and elder abuse. In fact, one of the most important areas for seniors and their family caregivers to consider this year is long-term care planning.

We know long-term care can be incredibly expensive and have a profound impact on families. Of course, a balance between cost, safety, and well-being is ideal. Know that it is never too soon to begin planning, as even the most dedicated family caregivers will likely need to allow for a long-term care transition once a senior loved one’s needs surpass their capabilities. 

We always want you to have as many resources as possible to help you and your senior loved ones. Let us share a list of long-term care planning resources to consider this National Elder Law Month and any time throughout the year.

1. LongTermCare.gov. This site is maintained by the U.S. Administration for Community Living, and it serves as an online clearinghouse for information and tools to plan for a senior loved one’s long-term care needs.

2. National Center for Assisted Living. As part of the American Health Care Association, NCAL offers consumer resources for assisted living facilities and related programs in different states.

3. Nursing Home Compare. Nursing Home Compare provides a searchable database with information on every Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in the country.

4. Community Resource Finder. The Community Resource Finder is a project of the AARP and the Alzheimer’s Association that provides easy access to Alzheimer’s and dementia resources and associated long-term care options throughout the country.

5. National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys. NAELA is a nonprofit association of lawyers and organizations that provide legal services for older adults and their families, including seniors with special needs. NAELA has also helped establish National Elder Law Month.

Long-term care is a critical aspect of senior care and elder law attorneys are uniquely equipped to help seniors and their families plan for it. They are also able to address transitioning from family care to outside care facilities as well as any problems that may arise while a senior loved one is in the care of others. For guidance, we encourage you to contact us now, and any time through the year.

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