Families face unique challenges when a loved one is diagnosed with dementia. Consulting with an Elder Law attorney is a crucial aspect of care, as navigating elder care legal matters can feel overwhelming. Our dedicated Elder Law & Special Needs Practice Group provides comprehensive guidance and support to ensure your loved one receives the best possible care while protecting their assets and wishes.<\/p>\n
What is Elder Law and What Does An Elder Law Attorney Do?<\/strong> The Importance of Early Planning with Dementia<\/strong> What Should Your Elder Care Legal Plan Include?<\/strong> Understanding “Legal Capacity” in Dementia Cases<\/strong> Meeting with an Elder Law Attorney<\/strong> What to Bring to Your Meeting<\/strong> Taking Action After Your Meeting<\/strong> Partnering with Bleakley Platt & Schmidt for Elder Care Legal Support<\/strong> Families face unique challenges when a loved one is diagnosed with dementia. Consulting with an Elder Law attorney is a crucial aspect of care, as navigating elder care legal matters can feel overwhelming. Our dedicated Elder Law & Special Needs Practice Group provides comprehensive guidance and support to ensure your loved one receives the best […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":10,"featured_media":5331,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[79],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-5330","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-elder-law-and-special-needs"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\n
\nElder Law encompasses a broad range of legal issues affecting seniors, including estate planning, Medicaid planning, guardianship, and planning for long-term care. Our Elder Law attorneys have vast experience in these areas and possess the expertise to navigate complex legal issues, complicated government benefit programs and can advocate for your loved one’s well-being. They can help you with:<\/p>\n\n
\nA dementia diagnosis necessitates early legal planning for several reasons:<\/p>\n\n
\nA comprehensive legal plan for someone with dementia typically includes the following documents:<\/p>\n\n
\nLegal capacity refers to the ability to understand the consequences of one’s actions and make rational decisions. In the context of dementia, the level of capacity can fluctuate over time. An attorney can assess your loved one’s current capacity to determine if they can participate in the legal planning process. If capacity is limited, alternative solutions may be explored, such as appointing a guardian.<\/p>\n
\nConsulting with an elder law attorney is crucial for navigating legal matters effectively. Here’s what you can expect during a meeting:<\/p>\n\n
\nTo ensure a productive meeting, gather the following information:<\/p>\n\n
\nFollowing your meeting, the attorney will guide you through the next steps, which may include:<\/p>\n\n
\nAt Bleakley Platt & Schmidt, we understand the emotional toll of caring for a loved one with dementia. Our Elder Law & Special Needs Practice Group<\/a> provides counsel and compassion throughout the process. Contact Sara L. Keating\u00a0 at (914) 287-6110 or skeating@bpslaw.com<\/a> to schedule a consultation and learn how we can help your family.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"