Elder Law Update | November is National Family Caregiver Month

As we come to the end of November, I wanted to mention that November is National Family Caregivers Month- where we honor the time, care, and energy people give to help members of the family.  A caregiver is a family member or friend who provides unpaid care for a love one and assistance in daily tasks.

Family conversations about personal wishes regarding dignity and autonomy can be very challenging.  Often times family members must look to the small things of a loved one to really find out their need.  For example are they having troubles walking?

Along with providing care, it is important your loved ones prepare the necessary documents reflecting their wishes, so that as they age or become incapacitated their wishes our followed.  It is important to have an estate planning attorney prepare powers of attorney for health care, powers of attorney for financial and business decisions, and a living will for your loved on so their wishes are respected.

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