Guardianships may be necessary for individuals suffering from Alzheimer's disease. Many people in Pennsylvania probably know someone who has suffered from Alzheimer's disease. It is a terrible disease that can, essentially, ruin a person's life. This disease, unlike...
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Making sure your guardianship goes smoothly
Guardianships are something that most people don't think about until a need arises. In Pennsylvania, relatives may become incapacitated and unable to care for themselves. It is a fact of life that, as our loved ones grow older, they may not be able to make appropriate...
How to avoid most guardianship matters
Guardianships, if possible, should be avoided. How? By planning ahead and preparing an estate plan which includes Durable Financial Powers of Attorney as well as Healthcare Powers of Attorney and Living Wills. These documents permit you to name an agent to handle...
Dementia can lead to guardianship of a loved one
Guardianships may be needed for loved ones with dementia. Why? It can be hard for Pennsylvania residents to watch their relatives grow old. We all know that, for many people, old age can come with certain symptoms which may sometimes be debilitating, like vision...
An overview of guardianship law in Pennsylvania
In the best-case scenario, every Pennsylvania resident would have estate plans and long-term care plans in place for when they are needed. Unfortunately, most of our readers know that the reality is that way too few people have these types of plans in place. In some...
We help to select guardians and with other guardianship needs
Regarding guardianships, a previous post on this blog discussed the responsibilities that a person who serves as the guardian of a Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, resident has when caring for and making important medical and placement decisions on behalf of an incapacitated...
Examining the responsibilities of a Guardian of the Person
In Pennsylvania, guardianships are sometimes sought over adults who can no longer handle their own medical or placement decisions. Those appointed as guardians have a lot of responsibility for their wards, which responsibilities are grouped into two basic categories....
Guardianship of a loved one
Guardianships may be needed when loved ones in Pittsburgh have special needs or become unable to take care of themselves or have illnesses, such as Alzheimer's disease. Family members who have an elderly loved one or a special needs relative must...
Orphans’ Court – Guardianship and authorizing expenditures in Pittsburgh
Guardianship may be necessary for a loved one who is no longer able to care for himself or herself, even though the decision to seek guardianship can be difficult. For Pittsburgh residents who are faced with this complex issue, it is important to understand how...
Who can serve as a guardian in Pennsylvania?
Guardianships may sometimes be necessary for Pennsylvania residents growing older if they are no longer able to make appropriate financial decisions for themselves. For example, if a person has dementia or Alzheimer's disease, he or she may lack the ability to pay...