Guardianships

A lot of people throughout the country have parents who retired to Florida or maybe moved here to work years earlier. Living far away from an aging parent who is alone can be challenging. There’s a lot to worry about – especially if they’re still living on their own...

When making an estate plan, if you are a parent with a child who is still a minor, part of the process may include choosing a guardian. If you pass away unexpectedly, you know that the guardian is ready to step into a more parental role and raise your child. This can...

As your loved ones age, their well-being should become a top priority. Due to medical conditions or cognitive impairments, they may reach a point where they cannot make important decisions on their own. In such situations, guardianship can be established to help...

Watching a family member age and become vulnerable through a disability or cognitive decline is one of the hardest things you may ever face. You know they treasure their current lifestyle, yet you fear for their safety when they are alone. An elder guardianship might...

When your parents or loved ones age, you begin to have sensitive conversations, including guardianship. If you believe your elderly loved ones need a guardian, you need to inform them about it. However, this conversation may not be smooth because they may not share...

The parents of children with special needs are often acutely aware of their family member's unusual support requirements. After all, they very likely provide most, if not all, of the social, financial and medical support that the child requires. They know that while...

As your parents age, they may become increasingly reliant on you for support and care. However, while many elderly parents continue to live independently, some may develop medical or cognitive conditions that require them to have a legal guardian. At this time, you...

Not many things are as difficult as watching your parent or grandparent become frail and lose their independence due to old age. Unfortunately, old age comes with its share of challenges. Depending on the age-related complications they are dealing with, the symptoms...

You love your parents and want to care for them in their old age, but you also have to consider focusing on your job, family and your own life. That’s why many people seek guardianship for their elderly parents.  When you realize your parents need a guardian you may...

If you are an adult child of an elderly parent who appears to be suffering a cognitive decline, it can be devastating. It also places you in a precarious position regarding any decisions made about your loved one’s future. One option to consider is seeking...