Elder Law: Seek Support Early On
The Public Broadcasting Service (PBS) in their “Caring For Your Parents” handbook stresses that you shouldn’t “wait until a crisis to find a lawyer who specializes in legal planning for elders.” They encourage you to contact an attorney soon after you take on your role as caregiver to “help you avoid much aggravation and confusion.”
“If an elder’s income falls within certain guidelines, you may be able to receive help through the legal aid program from your local Area Agency on Aging or through volunteer lawyer programs of your local bar association. States offer legal assistance through the attorney general’s office.”
They suggest you look to the following resources for legal services:
The American Bar Association (state by state guide for attorneys, legal aid providers and other organizations)
The American Bar Association Commission on Law and Aging (state-by-state list of legal service providers)
The National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (State-by-state guide for locating attorneys)
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