Caregiving Issues

Adam Tobin Elder Law blog posts related to caregiving issues

December 5, 2022
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Five Essential Tips for Long-Distance Caregivers

Do you have an elder loved one who lives in another state? Or who lives more than an hour away from where you live? If you […]
September 9, 2022
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10 Signs Your Senior May Need In-Home Care

As your loved one gets older, it may be time to consider some care to help them remain safe in their home. While many people can […]
July 8, 2022
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Helping Aging Parents Make the Move

For seniors and their families, relocating to a retirement community or assisted living residence can open the door to increased stress and high emotions. This step […]
April 15, 2022
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Managing Finances for an Elderly Loved One

Aging parents often reach a stage when they need help managing their finances. The best time for a family member to start helping an elderly loved […]
November 20, 2020

Three Health-Related Documents You Need Now

There are three health-related legal documents every older American should have in place now: a living will, a health care proxy, and HIPAA authorization. Let’s take […]
September 8, 2020

Your Coronavirus Estate Planning Checklist

As the nation faces the sixth month of the coronavirus epdemic, we hope you and your loved ones are healthy and following all public health advisories […]
April 10, 2020

Elder Law and Alzheimer’s Disease: Tips and Resources

Alzheimer’s News Today estimates that as many as 5.5 million Americans suffer from Alzheimer’s Disease, an irreversible, yet progressive brain disorder that gradually worsens until death. […]
January 4, 2019

Elder Care Resolutions for the New Year

If you’re one of the millions of Americans who are raising your own family while providing care and support for aging parents, the new year can […]
October 19, 2018

5 Best Practices for Organizing Legal Documents for an Elder

Taking care of an elder often begins with a crisis. Perhaps a stroke leaves an elder family member unable to speak or an injury leaves her […]