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"Taking
care of my parents can be challenging. What steps can I take to help us
if future problems arise?"
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May is Older Adult Month, a great
time to review important information with your loved one. The most
loving gift a person can give to one's family is to put your affairs in
order before a medical emergency. To assist in providing that gift, here
are some recommended information and documents you should ask your
elder:
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Are
all your important legal and financial documents in a safe and
secure place where at least one trusted person has access to them?
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Do
you have a legal will? Have you taken legal action to protect your
assets if you die?
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Have
you legally appointed someone you trust to represent you regarding
personal, financial, and health care decisions if you cannot make
these decisions yourself?
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Do
you keep financial records like bank accounts, loans, CD's and tock
certificates organized in one place? If so, does someone you trust
know where that is?
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Do
you have a lawyer or financial adviser?
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What
types of insurance do you have and where do you keep your
policies?
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Have
you researched community resources you would prefer to use, such as
home care, nursing services, and long term care communities?
Planning
ahead and preparing will help to remove much of the stress that takes
place during chaotic times. If you know what your options are now, you
will be better prepared to make the best decisions for the future.
St.
Andrew's At-Home Services helps to serve the needs of older adults and
their families in the comfort of their home, including nursing,
housekeeping, transportation, personal care, massage therapy and minor
home repair.
For
more information, please call (314) 726-5766.
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