Can you contest a medical power of attorney?
A medical power of attorney allows an agent to act on behalf of another person, making their medical decisions. This is often part of an estate plan, dealing with long-term care planning or end-of-life decisions. The agent may get to decide if they should keep the person on life support or not, for example. This […]
What does elder abuse look like?
Elder abuse is far more widespread than many people realize. It’s estimated that as many as one out of five seniors have experienced elder abuse in recent years. However, only one out of every 24 cases is actually reported. Elder abuse can be either intentional or negligent – and it happens in private homes and […]
Is your loved one’s private sitter financially abusing them?
The elderly are a very vulnerable sector of the population. When they can no longer care for themselves, they are especially at risk of financial exploitation by their caregivers. It’s hard to make the decision to have your loved one’s needs provided for them by a total stranger. Some people choose private sitters instead of […]
The warning signs of diminished financial capacity
As we age, our cognitive abilities will naturally decline. At first, the signs of this decline are relatively mild such as forgetting where the remote is or forgetting to wear a jacket when it’s cold outside. Depending on how bad your condition gets, you may need to live in a California nursing home. Nursing homes […]
Elder abuse can be financial
Elder abuse is sometimes physical, and this is often what people think of first. Any type of abuse conjures up images of physical contact or violence. And, if you believe that this is happening, it is certainly important to know what steps to take to protect your elderly loved one. But it’s also important to […]
Types of elder financial abuse
Elder financial abuse is a growing problem in California, as older adults are increasingly targeted by scammers and unscrupulous individuals looking to take advantage of their vulnerability. This type of abuse can take many forms, including fraud, scams and theft and it can have devastating consequences for the victims and their families. Financial fraud One […]
What you should know about elder abuse in California
When someone over 60 years old experiences neglect or financial exploitation, it’s classified as elder abuse in California. Knowing the signs to identify this type of abuse can help you stop it. Some indicators aren’t as apparent as others. It can happen anywhere There are various places where elder abuse can take place. It might […]
What are the warning signs of elder abuse?
Elder abuse could be physical, emotional, financial or sexual. California also considers neglect and exploitation of an elderly person as abuse. You should know what signs to watch for to help protect your loved ones. Behavioral changes Negative behavioral changes are sometimes mistakenly brushed off as natural aging or an aging-related illness. In reality, it’s […]