by Allen L. Poucher, Jr | Jun 23, 2020 | Blog
The COVID-19 pandemic has wreaked havoc on the economy and the collective health of hundreds of thousands of Americans. Seniors are among the most vulnerable, and tragedy has hit far too many families. Accordingly, the crisis has had the effect of bringing health care estate planning into focus. Many people think of estate planning as involving wills, trusts, and future tax avoidance strategies, but did you know that establishing health care...
by Allen L. Poucher, Jr | Jun 10, 2020 | Blog
Did you know that there are currently more than 5.8 million Americans living with Alzheimer’s Disease? While there is no known cure, it is widely understood that the number one risk factor is advanced age. Family caregivers can play a critical role in supporting an impacted senior’s long-term well-being and there are many resources available to help them. June is Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month. In honor of millions...
by Allen L. Poucher, Jr | May 25, 2020 | Blog
Put simply, May is for seniors. Since 1963, every May has been designated Older Americans Month and National Elder Law Month. The idea has been to both celebrate seniors and provide them with both education and much-needed legal resources for a wide range of senior-specific issues. The U.S. Administration for Community Living leads the annual observance of Older Americans Month. The occasion is devoted to honoring seniors through...
by Allen L. Poucher, Jr | May 20, 2020 | Blog
Even in ordinary times, one of the biggest challenges for family caregivers is feeling isolated or alone. Now, with the COVID-19 pandemic forcing everyone to stay home, we know that many caregivers may feel more isolated than ever. This in turn may cause more stress and lead to burnout if left unchecked. One of the solutions you need right now is to get the support you need for yourself and the person you are caring for. First, let us help. We...
by Allen L. Poucher, Jr | Apr 27, 2020 | Blog
Estate planning is critical for all of us. While we may not think of estate planning as a “guide”, that is exactly what it is. It is a guide that can ensure we are able to: Give our money to our loved ones at the time of our deathGive legal authority to someone we trust to make financial decisions for usAuthorize our loved ones to make critical healthcare decisions in a crisisOutline what we want when it comes to end-of-life decisions. While it...
