Elder Law Answers
A 79-year-old male who was unable to care for himself with difficulty walking not feeding himself was discharged home with no arrangements made. What can a distant relative do to address this and get help as needed?...
Read moreMy father is thinking of coming to Vermont to use Medical Aid in Dying (MAID) once his doctors sign off that he has less than six months to live. Would it jeopardize his life insurance policy?...
Read moreMy mom was diagnosed with mild cognitive impairment with Alzheimer’s two years ago. In January 2025, she was hospitalized, and the medical staff advised that she should not return home due to her Alzheimer’s and because she was not eating...
Read moreHow do I plan for my husband's and my wishes to be honored regarding our care at our home? With a blended family and several grandchildren, we are considering appointing another family member to oversee the implementation of our wishes.
Read moreIf a person no longer has capacity due to early onset Alzheimer's, how do you get them to a memory facility if they are unwilling?...
Read moreIf one of four siblings pays for some medical care, cable/internet, and other general expenses for a parent while the parent is alive, is that sibling entitled to a reimbursement from the estate before any distributions are made after the...
Read moreIf a resident (with dementia) of a nursing home goes to the emergency room, is the nursing home required to provide them with an escort?...
Read moreCan a medically disabled person be a medical power of attorney (POA) for an elderly family member?...
Read moreWhat happens if my elderly mother insists on staying in her own home by herself, against the doctor's advice? If I am her agent with health care power of attorney and I allow her to do as she wishes, can...
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