Many elderly people in New Jersey may someday find that they need to enter a nursing home. While admitting you can no longer live independently can be a blow to one's ego, if you can't take care of your daily needs, it may be necessary to seek help. That being said,...
Month: September 2017
Consider your options for long-term care planning
Most people in East Hanover enter their retirement years expecting to finally have time to engage in a favorite hobby, travel the world or spend more time with family. However, age will eventually catch up with everyone, and a person may reach a point in their lives...
Families in New Jersey have options when it comes to guardianship
Sometimes, when a person in New Jersey can no longer handle their own affairs due to mental or physical incapacitation, it is necessary to have someone else manage their affairs for them. Guardianships may be an option, but they should be seen as a last resort, since...
Is it time to discuss powers of attorney with your parents?
Your parents may be vibrant, healthy people, but they may also be approaching senior citizen status. Because you can't know the future, it is never too early to consider initiating a conversation about the advantages of powers of attorney. Few people are fortunate...
Elder law: understanding your duties as successor trustee
When a person in New Jersey creates a trust, they often name a loved one as successor trustee. However, these successor trustees do not always know what to do in their role to formally become the trustee. They may simply ask their loved ones to sign checks so they can...