by Susan Grissom | Oct 15, 2024 | Elder Care, Estate Planning, Wills & Trust
When you visit a hospital, especially for surgery or a serious medical condition, one of the common questions you may encounter is, “Do you have an advance directive?” While this question might seem routine, it carries significant importance for both the...
by Susan Grissom | Oct 8, 2024 | Elder Care, Estate Planning, Probate, Special Needs Trust, Wills & Trust
Estate planning is an important part of managing your financial future and ensuring that your assets are distributed according to your wishes. However, the process can be complex, and many people are unsure if they need professional assistance. Here are some signs...
by Susan Grissom | Sep 24, 2024 | Elder Care
When it comes to estate planning, many people focus primarily on how their assets will be distributed after they pass away. However, an often-overlooked aspect is planning for long-term care. Incorporating a long-term care plan into your estate planning can protect...
by Susan Grissom | Aug 6, 2024 | Elder Care
In today’s digital age, scams targeting seniors are becoming increasingly sophisticated and prevalent. Unfortunately, older adults are often seen as easy targets due to their trusting nature, potential isolation, and sometimes limited technological proficiency....
by Susan Grissom | Jul 4, 2023 | Elder Care, Estate Planning
As we age, the possibility of becoming incapacitated and needing to have someone with authority to make medical and financial decisions is one that should be considered. Guardianship and conservatorship are legal processes through which the court appoints a person to...
by Susan Grissom | Jun 27, 2023 | Elder Care, Estate Planning
One of the concerns that many of my clients have as they age is, who will pay for their skilled nursing care once they exhaust their resources. This question comes up frequently because there are not significant non-retirement assets and the monthly income from...
