HELPING NEVADA FAMILIES WITH ESTATE PLANNING, ELDER LAW AND GUARDIANSHIP

HELPFUL INFORMATION FOR GUARDIANS AND CAREGIVERS

HELPFUL INFORMATION FOR GUARDIANS AND CAREGIVERS

Helpful Information for Guardians and Caregivers Did you know that 1 in 3 Americans aged 65+ falls every year?  Falls are the leading cause…
Preventing Dementia: A New Study

Preventing Dementia: A New Study

Engaging in regular physical exercise, eating a Mediterranean Diet, not smoking, and drinking alcohol in moderation were all found to decrease…
Brain Training and Dementia

Brain Training and Dementia

One of the most common reasons for the imposition of a guardianship is the onset of dementia.  When a person is no longer able to manage their…
Flu Vaccine May Help in Fight Against Dementia

Flu Vaccine May Help in Fight Against Dementia

A research team at McMaster University in Hamilton, Canada suggests that getting vaccinated regularly now can protect us from other diseases…
Understanding the Difference Between Palliative and Hospice Care

Understanding the Difference Between Palliative and Hospice Care

Palliative care is specialized medical care for people with serious illness. It focuses on providing relief from the symptoms and stress of a…
Concerns about Reporting Exploitation

Further Efforts to Remove Concerns about Reporting Exploitation

The House of Representatives has passed a bill in July that would make it easier for financial advisors to report financial abuse
Seniors Gain Benefits from use of Medicinal Marijuana

Seniors Gain Benefits from use of Medicinal Marijuana

Nevada has permitted the use of medicinal marijuana since 2001.  However, in 2013 the Legislature voted to permit the establishment of medicinal…
Important Tips for Senior Investors

Important Tips for Senior Investors

FINRA (Financial Industry Regulatory Authority) Rule 1250(b) requires all broker-dealers to provide continuing education for their representatives,…
Medication Tips for Family Guardians

Medication Tips for Family Guardians

“Polypharmacy” is a term used to describe the use of four or more medications by a patient. Currently, 44% of men and 57% of women older than age 65 take five or more medications per week
Advance Directives

Advance Directives and the Importance of Physician Consultations

Unfortunately, people routinely execute advanced directives and never discuss its important ramifications. I generally advise clients to discuss…
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Cancelling Door-to-Door Solicitations

Seniors are often targeted by door-to-door solicitations.  Door-to-door solicitations are defined as a sale made by a seller at a place other than the seller’s place of business.  However, these sales do not include transactions conducted completely by mail or telephone.
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Scam Alert: Court Calls and Identity Theft

Recently, a scammer called Nevada residents telling them they were in violation of not appearing for jury duty and an arrest warrant had been issued.
Alzheimer Resources

Alzheimer Resources

The Desert Southwest Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association is dedicated to providing service and support to Alzheimer’s patients, family…
Heartburn medications may raise risk of dementia!

Heartburn medications may raise risk of dementia!

A Health Care News’ article reported that a new study suggests that a popular class of heartburn medications might raise a senior's risk of dementia.
Electronic Monitoring of Loved Ones - have we gone too far?

Electronic Monitoring of Loved Ones - have we gone too far?

The April edition of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys News Magazine contained an interesting article about the ability of families…
PERSON - CENTERED CARE

PERSON - CENTERED CARE

The Office of the State Long-Term Care Ombudsman advocates for the protection of the health, safety, welfare and rights of residents at facilities…
Las Vegas, Nevada Drizin Law - real estate

WARNING: REAL ESTATE SCAM TARGETING SENIORS

I recently received an email from a California attorney warning that several companies have been targeting older individuals in an effort to…
Saving A Loved One From Exploitation by a Family Member

Saving A Loved One From Exploitation by a Family Member

An Ohio Grand Jury recently indicted a woman of kidnapping, abduction, theft, and fraud. Even more shocking is that the charges are based upon…