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11 Signs it Might Be Time For Assisted Living

Navigating the decision to transition a loved one to assisted living can be challenging for adult children. However, it’s crucial to balance the emotional and practical aspects of your loved one’s quality of life while also ensuring their well-being. Assisted living often does just this.

Can A Person With Alzheimer’s Sign a Power of Attorney?

When a loved one is diagnosed with Alzheimer’s, understanding the legal aspects of their care can be empowering.  One important document that often comes into play is a power of attorney (POA). But can someone with Alzheimer’s sign a POA? The answer is yes, as long as they are still mentally competent when signing. Understanding how a POA works, how to determine mental competence, and what alternatives exist can help ensure that your loved one’s wishes are respected, giving you a sense of control in what can be a challenging situation.

Can Someone with Dementia Sign Legal Documents?

Dementia is a condition that causes progressive cognitive decline. It goes without saying that dementia poses challenges both to those who live with it as well as to their loved ones and families. One potentially tricky issue lies in the legal world—that is, when and how long can a person living with dementia sign legal documents?

Can a Person with Dementia Live Alone?

Dementia is a term used to refer to the loss of memory and thinking abilities. Many Americans will experience dementia as they age. But does a dementia diagnosis mean that you can no longer live alone? While it is possible to live alone with dementia, especially in the early stages of dementia, it is important to understand the safe, secure, and stress-free memory care options available for your loved one.

Is Memory Care Tax-Deductible?

Navigating the complexities of caregiving can be overwhelming, especially when it comes to managing expenses and understanding potential tax benefits.  Fortunately, memory care services provided for your loved one, that exceed 7.5% of your adjusted gross income, are tax-deductible, as long as the following conditions on the tax return are met: 

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