by Susan Grissom | Jul 23, 2019 | Elder Care, Estate Planning
In Georgia, a legal guardianship of an adult is established by the Probate Court for an adult who has lost capacity to make or communicate significant responsible decisions concerning his or her health or safety. Generally, a family member is appointed by the court is...
by Susan Grissom | Jul 9, 2019 | Elder Care
According to Forbes, people over 65 years of age make up just 13 percent of the U.S. Population, but are targets of nearly 35 percent of financial abuse and exploitation. Of those, 51 percent of abusers are strangers who try to scam the elderly by phone, email or...
by Susan Grissom | Mar 26, 2019 | Elder Care
It’s terrible when anyone is the victim of a financial scam. It can be devastating when elderly citizens are preyed upon and fall victim to money-related scams. They’re more likely to find it difficult, if not impossible, to recover from financial exploitation because...
by Susan Grissom | Mar 19, 2019 | Elder Care
We all begin life as infants in need of ongoing care and devoted attention. As we age, we often require similar care and concern. Knowing who to turn to and where to get the help you need can seem daunting. Ask yourself the following questions. They may help determine...
by Madalyn Davis | Feb 5, 2019 | Elder Care, Estate Planning, Wills & Trust
Estate planning is most often thought of as a way to express your final wishes and ensure they are carried out after your demise. Most people think of it as a clear-cut way of determining the disposition of personal and business property and assets. Estate planning...
by Madalyn Davis | Jan 22, 2019 | Elder Care, Estate Planning, Probate, Wills & Trust
Fewer things lead to stress, arguing, and discord among family members like the death of a loved one. Navigating an estate, administering a will, and distributing belongings are daunting tasks in the face of grief. Fortunately, there are a few important measures that...
