What is Elder Law

Elder law is a concentration on legal issues faced by senior citizens. These issues include estate planning; planning for mental illness, incompetence, or incapacity; Medicaid and Medicare, social security benefits, and planning for long-term nursing home care; as well as other issues generally associated with aging. If your physical or mental health deteriorates to the point where you are unable to make financial or medical decisions for yourself, this can lead to a number of significant problems.

Elder Law Guidance

 If your physical or mental health deteriorates to the point where you are unable to make financial or medical decisions for yourself, this can lead to a number of significant problems. These can include:

• Incapacity and cognitive decline
• The need for long-term nursing home care
• Medicaid, Medicare, social security

Significant issues

As we grow older, legal complexities can become overwhelming. Kalmansson & Kalmansson address the unique needs of seniors and their families. Our elder law services provide crucial support for:

Living Arrangements

• As you are the only person who can authorize your own medical treatment or admission to a nursing home or other facility, your inability to provide this authorization can be problematic. If you have done no planning, we are generally required to seek the appointment of a Guardian to make these decisions for you. This is a Court process you will want to avoid if you can.
• The Healthcare Proxy can be used for virtually all healthcare decision making, fully avoiding Probate Court involvement. Your agent under a Health Care Proxy generally would have authority to meet with medical personal (doctors and nurses), authorize treatment and make medical decisions. The Health Care Proxy can also be used to authorize admission to a nursing home or other facility, as well as to authorize end of life decision making. 

Financial Arrangements

• If you cannot sign your name or are unable to understand that you are signing a check or a sales order or a deed to your home, then such signatures would be invalid. If no plan is in place, a Conservator would have to be appointed. Again, this is a Court process, which is public and expensive.
• The Durable Power of Attorney can be used for virtually all financial decision making, fully avoiding Probate Court involvement. The agent under a Durable Power of Attorney can sign checks to pay your monthly bills, as well as work with your investment advisers on investment decisions, and also with realtors in selling your home. 

Don't face these challenges alone. Reach out to Kalmansson & Kalmansson for compassionate guidance tailored to your specific situation.

Secure Your Future with Elder Law Support

The complexities of elder law require experienced, compassionate guidance. Kalmansson & Kalmansson is ready to help you navigate this challenging terrain with confidence. Our team will work closely with you to understand your unique needs and develop a comprehensive plan to protect your interests. Don't leave your future to chance – reach out to Kalmansson & Kalmansson today and take the first step towards peace of mind in your golden years.