Learn about powers of attorney for your parents, conservatorships, planning for elder care, the ins and outs of caregiving and arranging for long-term care, hospice care, avoiding elder abuse, and other elder law issues.
Learn about the prevalence of elder abuse in nursing homes and what you can do about it.
Understanding and Reporting Elder Fraud, Abuse, and Financial Scams
Senior citizen fraud can damage an elderly person's financial stability.
Elder Financial Abuse: Power of Attorney Scams
Power of attorney scams are one of the most common forms of elder financial abuse.
Making a Power of Attorney for an Elderly Parent
Here's how to help an elderly loved one make a financial or medical power of attorney.
Your Obligation to Pay a Parent's Nursing Home Bill
While the law may state you are responsible for paying your parent's nursing home bill, the law may not be enforced.
Caring for an Elderly Relative or Widowed Parent: Where to Begin
Checklists of legal and financial matters to consider when caring for an elderly relative or widowed parent.
Senior Homesharing With a Caregiver
Senior homesharing can be a creative option that saves seniors money while maintaining their independence.
Helping Seniors Manage Money and Finances
Advice on helping with finances for elderly loved ones
Daily Money Management Programs for Seniors
Daily money management (DMM) programs provide personal financial assistance to older Americans who can no longer handle certain aspects of money management.