The state has a duty to those who are too vulnerable to protect themselves. State authorities can intervene on behalf of those incapable of ensuring their own safety. For example, there are agencies dedicated to the protection of children who face abuse and misconduct...
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The pros and cons of long-term care insurance
Those who have achieved some degree of personal success typically want to convert that success into financial security. Planning carefully for the future involves making good use of acquired resources and identifying likely future expenses. People make moves to...
What should you address when long-term care planning?
Long-term care planning is an essential aspect of estate planning for residents of Colorado. As individuals age or face health challenges, the need for long-term care services becomes increasingly important. A comprehensive long-term care plan helps to ensure that...
Have your parents started end-of-life planning?
As your parents age, addressing and initiating conversations about their future well-being becomes imperative. One such crucial topic often swept under the rug is end-of-life planning. End-of-life planning involves decisions about healthcare, financial matters and the...
What is fiduciary litigation?
Fiduciary litigation in Colorado can be a complex legal process, often arising when disputes emerge regarding the actions or decisions of someone entrusted with managing assets on behalf of others. Fiduciaries A fiduciary can include trustees, executors, guardians,...
Why many aging adults need Medicaid for nursing home care
Once people reach retirement age, they can qualify for Medicare insurance. Medicare and supplemental health insurance policies can cover the cost of the basic medical needs of older adults during their retirement years. Most people assume that Medicare coverage is...
What are the early signs of Alzheimer’s?
Many people focus on financial assets when doing their estate planning, and these are important. But one of the major benefits of making an estate plan is that you can plan for your medical future and your potential healthcare needs. You can do this with an advance...
Do all personal assets contribute toward Medicaid eligibility?
Older adults in Colorado often need quite a bit of medical care as their health evolves. Although most working adults qualify for Medicare, some of them eventually need Medicaid benefits, which are not as straightforward. Health First Colorado is the Colorado...
How early should people start planning for Medicaid benefits?
Those who have worked throughout their adult lives may not like the idea that they may eventually require Medicaid benefits. Some people even find the implication that they will eventually require Medicaid to be insulting. However, Medicaid exists for a reason and...
3 early warning signs of age-related cognitive impairment
As someone's health and family circumstances evolve during their golden years, their needs and intentions for estate planning will continue to shift as well. Eventually, for some adults, the impact of aging will influence their ability to draft legally-binding...