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Dementia and Cognitive Decline Create Heightened Risk for Solo Agers

According a new study, when older Americans have dementia or other forms of cognitive impairment and live alone, the risks are significant.

Sep 8, 2023

Welcome New Employees

Meet the latest employees to join the Takacs McGinnis staff: paralegal Jennifer Wheeler and receptionist Hope Campbell. Both joined the...

What Do You Know about Residents’ Rights?

Sep 7, 2023

What Do You Know about Residents’ Rights?

Have you ever wondered whether a person’s rights as an American change if they move to an assisted living facility or a nursing home?

Sep 7, 2023

Is Probate Avoidance the Right Estate Planning Goal for You?

Would you benefit from an estate plan that helps you avoid probate? For most people, the answer is yes. This article explains why.

Aug 25, 2023

What Is a Doula?

What is a doula? How can a doula help older adults? Katlyn Clifton, a Gerontologist in Sumner County, explains.

Tim Takacs, Barbara McGinnis, and Chris Johnson Receive 2024 Best Lawyers Honors

Aug 23, 2023

Tim Takacs, Barbara McGinnis, and Chris Johnson Receive 2024 Best Lawyers Honors

We are thrilled to announce that all three partners were tapped for 2024 Best Lawyers honors! Here's the official announcement!

Downsizing Tips from an Elder Care Coordinator

Aug 2, 2023

Lifestyle

Downsizing Tips from an Elder Care Coordinator

If you’re in your 60s or older and you’re thinking about downsizing, here's how to make an overwhelming task more manageable.

Journey to Life Care Planning – Pati Bedwell

Jul 31, 2023

Journey to Life Care Planning – Pati Bedwell

Pati Bedwell talks about how she found her way to her current role at Takacs McGinnis Elder Care Law, a Life Care Planning Law Firm.

Elder Care Coordinators Make Life Easier in 3 Ways

Jul 26, 2023

Life Care Planning

Elder Care Coordinators Make Life Easier in 3 Ways

If you’ve never considered working with an elder care coordinator as part of a Life Care Plan, here are three good reasons to give it a try.

Jun 28, 2023

Mom & Dad Had Too Much Stuff

When an older adult can no longer live at home, what happens to their personal property? Elder Care Coordinator Debra King weighs in.

Jun 21, 2023

VA Benefits

He Thought He Wasn’t Eligible

This veteran didn’t think he qualified for VA Pension. Chris Johnson insisted on waiting for proof. The answer surprised them both

Jun 7, 2023

Telltale Signs of Problems in a Long-Term Care Facility

When you’re considering placing an elderly loved one in a long-term care facility, here's how to cut past the marketing hype.

May 31, 2023

Life Care Planning

Misconceptions about Elder Law & Life Care Planning

What do people most often get wrong about the practice of integrated elder law? Here are the most common misconceptions.

May 26, 2023

Sweating Through a Caregiving Summer

Try these simple strategies for surviving the summer heat and managing its effects on elderly loved ones.

May 26, 2023

When Home is No Longer the Best Option

If a loved one is diagnosed with dementia, is it possible for them to live out their years in their current home?

Solo-Agers: When There’s No One to Be Your Agent

May 18, 2023

Solo-Agers: When There’s No One to Be Your Agent

If you're growing older without family support, who will serve as agent for your Financial Power of Attorney?

Elder Care Coordination: What a Nice Surprise

May 17, 2023

Elder Care Coordination: What a Nice Surprise

The ability to access the services of an elder care coordinator is often one of the most unexpected blessings of working with our firm.

Team Tidbits: 5 Fun Facts about Dana Hentschel

May 17, 2023

Team Tidbits: 5 Fun Facts about Dana Hentschel

How well do you know Dana Hentschel? Here are five fun facts about our firm's outreach coordinator.

How an Estate Plan Fits into a Life Care Plan

May 17, 2023

How an Estate Plan Fits into a Life Care Plan

Estate planning is a vital part of Life Care Planning. Here's how the two work together.

May 10, 2023

VA Benefits

VA Benefits: You Earned Them

If someone you know might be eligible for VA benefits, but you haven’t applied because you don’t want any govt. handouts, please read this.

May 3, 2023

Who Will Take Mom's Stuff?

What will you do with the things that fill an elderly parent's home? Elder Care Coordinator Debra King offers some tips.

Apr 9, 2023