Frequently Asked Questions About Colorado Estate Planning & Elder Law
At Chayet & Danzo, LLC, we help clients who are planning for the future through estate planning, those who are planning for the future well-being of an elderly loved one and family members who are dealing with the legal aftermath of a death in the family.
We invite you to browse the FAQs below for answers to your questions. Otherwise, if you are interested in scheduling a free consultation with one of our lawyers, please call us at 303-872-5980.
Index of Questions
Estate Planning and Probate Questions
- What is estate planning?
- Are internet estate planning forms valid?
- How do you maintain your estate plan?
- What is elder law?
- What is long-term care insurance?
- What does probate mean for Colorado residents?
- What is a will?
- What is a living will?
- When should I update my will, trust or estate plan?
- What is the difference between a will and a trust?
- What is a CPR directive?
An Explanation of Roles in Estate and Probate
- What’s the role of a personal representative?
- What is a medical power of attorney?
- What is a financial power of attorney?
- What is a proxy decision maker?
- What is a conservator?
- What is a legal guardian?
Medicaid / Medicare
- What is the difference between Medicaid and Medicare?
- What is an exempt asset according to Medicaid regulations?
- What steps can you take to plan for unexpected medical costs?
- Are there ways to protect your personal assets from major medical costs while becoming eligible for Medicaid or other government resources?
- If someone dies with unpaid debts, can those end up reducing the amount that heirs receive from the estate?
Social Security and Social Security Disability
- What is the definition of disabled under the Social Security Administration’s regulations?
- What are work credits for determining SSDI eligibility?
Estate Planning and Probate Questions
An Explanation of Roles in Estate and Probate
Medicaid / Medicare
Social Security and Social Security Disability
Other FAQs
What are and how can I use Colorado ABLE accounts?
www.coloradoelderlaw.com/blog/2017/11/faqs-about-colorado-able-accounts
What are the roles and responsibilities of a fiduciary?
https://www.coloradoelderlaw.com/blog/2017/04/faq-about-fiduciary-duties-in-colorado/