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Alzheimer's
Planning Information
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The following pages and links
are intended to provide information and support to families who are
caring for someone with Alzheimer’s disease or other dementia. Being
a caregiver is so tough. It is physically and emotionally difficult
and frustrating; sometimes the build up of stress and anxiety can be
overwhelming. While you are struggling to get through today, you know
you need to find the time and energy to plan for a complicated,
uncertain, and financially troubling future.
The information on this
website is intended to be a starting point to help with your future
planning. It is not intended as legal advice and is definitely not a
substitute for the services of an experienced elder law attorney
and other advisors. Because estate planning and Medicaid rules
differ from state to state, you will need to find professionals
in your state to help guide you through the process. You will
need help from professionals who are experts in this unique type of
planning and who appreciate the special problems involved for families
struggling with Alzheimer’s or similar disorders. You need to be
aware that many lawyers and financial planners have not been exposed
to the special concerns affecting families facing a long term
care crisis like Alzheimer’s, and they may be unaware of how
much specialized information is needed to plan effectively.
Your task is daunting, but
effective planning is achievable. The sooner you start, the
better. We have been down this difficult road countless times
before. We hope the information on these pages will help you
find your way!
