Alzheimer’s Patient Spoon-Fed Because Directive Wasn’t Specific

Posted by wpengine on November 7, 2016 with 0 Comment

In 40 years, Bill Harris built up a lifetime of memories with his wife, Nora, but since she was diagnosed with early onset of Alzheimer’s seven years ago, things have changed.

“She doesn't really make words sometimes,” said Harris in an article on KGW.com entitled <...

Make Certain Your College-Bound Kid Has Packed a Health Care Power of Attorney

Posted by wpengine on October 28, 2016 with 0 Comment

You thought you purchased just about everything for your child for college, but don’t forget one more important item: a health care power of attorney or health proxy.

When a child turns 18, parents don’t have much authority under federal law to remotely access medical records or make decision. With the medical privacy law HIPAA, you Read More

Saving the Home with Long-Term Health Care Demands

Posted by wpengine on October 27, 2016 with 0 Comment

The largest asset most people have is their family home. If a senior is in a situation where his or her long-term care insurance is exhausted and the other assets are used to pay for care, how does one protect the home from being taken?

Long-term care insurance is important; however, it’s also critical to review and revise your financial and estate plans regularly as your situation ch...