Older adults in Michigan face a variety of medical challenges as they age. Some people experience cognitive decline that makes managing the tasks of daily life more difficult. Others may have physical challenges, ranging from decreased strength to issues with their...
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What should people look for when evaluating nursing homes?
It can be a very humbling experience to realize that one can no longer provide support for aging family members. Parents and grandparents, especially those with challenging medical conditions, may require more support than their families can provide. Adult children...
Supporting your elder parents while preserving their independence
Many elder Americans are in a paradoxical situation. They worked hard throughout life, raised a family and created a plan to protect their estate. Unfortunately, when they finally retire and prepare to enjoy the fruits of their labor, the side effects of aging begin...
November is Family Caregiver Support Month
This November is National Family Caregiver Support Month. Even if you are not a family caregiver, you probably know someone who is. Millions of Americans are willing to provide varying support levels to older relatives and even friends. Support can take on many forms,...
How an Elder Care Coordinator Can Help When You and Your Loved One Need Caregiving
Caring for your loved ones is very important. At Dafoe Law, we provide not just legal documents but assistance from an Elder Care Coordinator. The Elder Care Coordinator can help families with the organizing and arranging of care, which can help take the pressure off...
Don’t Risk it: Protect Your Finances From Coronavirus Complications
Power of Attorney Many Americans spend a lot of time and effort in managing their finances. While most are worried about how the coronavirus (COVID-19) will impact their income—whether that’s because they are temporarily furloughed, find themselves suddenly without a...
Retirement: Six Things to Consider Before Making the Decision
Before you retire or leave full-time employment for other pursuits, consider the impacts of your decision on the financial well being of your future. The transition to your next phase of life, whether full or semi-retirement, adventure seeking, or family driven,...
When Assisted Living May Not Be Enough
Do you have loved ones in assisted living or getting ready to transition into or out of assisted living? Dafoe Law offers Life Care Planning that goes beyond traditional elder law and includes an Elder Care Coordinator. The Elder Care Coordinator can be helpful in...
Is the Aging Middle Class Being Left behind?
How will you pay for care? As we age, simple things we took for granted as kids become more difficult — and more expensive. That’s a truth all of us know. What you may not realize is that the aging middle class will face unique difficulties going forward. The private...