Alzheimer’s disease, the most common form of dementia, affects millions of Americans and their families. As Alzheimer’s Awareness Month shines a light on this critical issue, here at The Autonomy Group, we want to empower families facing this journey with knowledge and resources.

While the emotional weight of Alzheimer’s can be immense, there are proactive legal steps you can take to ensure your loved one receives the best possible care and your assets are protected.

Why Legal Planning Matters

• Financial Management: As the disease progresses, managing finances can become difficult. Establishing a Power of Attorney allows a trusted individual to handle financial affairs to safeguard your loved one’s assets.
• Healthcare Decisions: A Healthcare Power of Attorney empowers someone you trust to make medical decisions on your behalf if you are unable to do so.
• Long-Term Care Planning: Exploring options like Medicaid planning can help protect your loved one’s assets while ensuring they receive quality long-term care. (Source: Medicaid (.gov) Long Term Care)

Statistics that Highlight the Importance

• Alzheimer’s disease is the 6th leading cause of death in the United States. (Source: Alzheimer’s Association)
• Nearly 1 in 10 Americans aged 65 and older have Alzheimer’s dementia. (Source: Alzheimer’s Association)
• The cost of Alzheimer’s care can be significant, highlighting the importance of financial planning. (Source: Alzheimer’s Association)

Key Legal Documents for Consideration

• Power of Attorney: This document designates a trusted individual to manage your financial affairs if you become incapacitated.
• Healthcare Power of Attorney: This allows you to designate someone to make healthcare decisions on your behalf if you cannot speak for yourself.
• Living Will (or Advance Directive): This outlines your wishes for end-of-life care, such as the use of life support.
• Will and Trust Considerations: Reviewing your will and potentially establishing a trust can ensure your wishes are carried out and assets are protected according to your values.

The Autonomy Group: Your Trusted Partner

At The Autonomy Group, we understand the unique challenges families face when navigating Alzheimer’s care. As a black-owned law firm serving North Carolina and South Carolina, we are dedicated to providing culturally sensitive and comprehensive elder law solutions tailored to your specific circumstances.

We Offer:

• Experienced Team: Our team of legal professionals has extensive experience in elder law, asset protection, and long-term care planning.
• Compassionate Support: We understand the emotional complexities of Alzheimer’s and guide you through the legal process with empathy and respect.
• Personalized Approach: We take the time to understand your family dynamics, goals, and values, crafting a plan that reflects your loved one’s needs.

Remember: Proactive planning ensures your loved one receives the best possible care, and your assets are protected, allowing your family to focus on what matters most – providing love and support during this challenging journey.

Schedule a consultation and let’s discuss how we can help you navigate legal considerations for Alzheimer’s care.

Call us at (803) 262-0442 or click HERE to schedule a Consultation.

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