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Burial Insurance: Everything You Need to Know

If you have an elderly loved one, you may be considering burial insurance. This is a type of life insurance that specifically covers final expenses. A 2020 report on life insurance policyholders found that 84% of those that buy life insurance, do so to cover end-of-life expenses. Considering that the majority of people who have […]

Elder Law Attorneys: A Comprehensive Guide

If you are someone who is taking care of a senior or has an elderly loved one, you should consider working with an elder law attorney. Though you may not expect it, individuals begin to face new and more complex legal concerns as they get older. Actions that may have seemed trivial when they were […]

Where There’s a Will, There’s a Plan

This article has been reviewed by a practicing attorney in 2020 This content is not intended to be a substitute for professional legal advice. Always seek the advice of an attorney or another qualified legal professional with any questions you may have regarding your situation. There are many types of estate planning documents you can […]

Trusts: What is One and How do They Work?

Estate planning is an integral part of planning for seniors. There are many different forms of estate planning and various tools available to use. One estate planning tool that can be helpful for many seniors is a trust. They can serve many different purposes and are a great estate planning tool, regardless of your estate’s […]

Alexa: A Practical Digital Aide for Seniors

Alexa has become a popular service for around 50 million people across the U.S. After all, who doesn’t love the idea of a voice-activated assistant doing whatever you ask?  However, Alexa isn’t just a cool idea. For seniors living alone, Alexa can serve as a practical digital aide who takes care of their needs in […]

Home Care Ratings: Our Rating System

Our Home Care Rating System My Caring Plan gathers from sources across the web to give you home care ratings across the nation. My Caring Plan’s goal is to have one place you can go to find all the information you need to find the best home or care for your loved one. Start your search. […]

Nursing Home Ratings: Our Rating System

Our Nursing Home Rating System My Caring Plan gathers from sources across the web to give you nursing home ratings across the nation. My Caring Plan’s goal is to have one place you can go to find all the information you need to find the best care for your loved one. Start your search. Our Nursing […]

Understanding Trust Beneficiaries

This article has been reviewed by a practicing attorney in 2020 This content is not intended to be a substitute for professional legal advice. Always seek the advice of an attorney or another qualified legal professional with any questions you may have regarding your situation. Trusts are common estate planning instruments used to manage and […]

Respite Care: An Overview​

Caregiving can be overwhelming at times. That’s why taking a break is essential for recharging your batteries. Respite care (also called short break care) is a way for caregivers to get temporary care for their loved ones. Getting this “me time” of respite care can renew the caregiving relationship and prevent the negative effects of […]

All About Adult Day Care: Community and Costs

Adult day care is a fairly new concept for caregivers. The basic idea is to provide a secure place where seniors can enjoy social activities during the day and be provided nursing care as needed. It’s a hybrid model of eldercare that prioritizes community. At the same time, seniors get help with common custodial tasks […]

Lady Bird Deeds: A Complete Overview

This article has been reviewed by a practicing attorney in 2020 This content is not intended to be a substitute for professional legal advice. Always seek the advice of an attorney or another qualified legal professional with any questions you may have regarding your situation. A deed is a legal document that is signed and […]

Transfer on Death Deeds: A Complete Overview

Deciding how you want your assets and estate distributed on your death can be an emotional task.  Analyzing the legal mechanisms to accomplish this task can be overwhelming and exhausting.  You want to be sure your assets will be distributed in accordance with your final wishes, but you also do not want to burden your […]