Essential Advice from a Portland, Oregon Elder Law Attorney: How to Intervene When an Older Loved One Becomes an Unsafe Driver

Are you worried about the safety of an older loved one on the road? If so, you are not alone. Countless families face this issue every year, and it can be devastating for both the senior and their loved ones to deal with. The senior is often forced to confront the reality of losing their independence, while the adult child may need to cope with conflicting emotions such as fear of retribution from the parent, anxiety about assuming responsibility for their transportation, and concern for their safety and that of others on the road.

Elder LawCandice AistonJune 20, 2023Aiston Law, LLCelder law, incapacity, driving

Is Your Elderly Loved One Showing These Signs of Diminished Capacity? Here's What You Can Do

As our loved ones age, it's not uncommon for them to experience a decline in mental abilities that can make it difficult for them to manage their finances effectively. If you have an older loved one, it's important to be aware of the signs of diminished capacity so that you can take action to help protect their financial well-being. In this blog post, we'll discuss some of the signs of diminished capacity, and what you can do if you're concerned about your loved one's financial situation.

Portland, Oregon Estate Planning Lawyer: Southwood Case Reminds Us That Incapacity Planning is Important

As we age, our likelihood of mental incapacity increases. After all, our bodies and minds deteriorate as we age. Mental incapacity could result from dementia, stroke, brain injury, or other illness. What is mental incapacity and in what ways can you plan to be best prepared for it?

Building a Care Team Following an Alzheimer’s Diagnosis | Portland, Oregon Incapacity Lawyer

If you’ve recently been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease, you are undoubtedly going through an emotionally-draining and tumultuous time. One thing that could help you is to plan ahead and develop your own care team. This is a group of support people that will help you through the different stages of the disease.

Estate PlanningCandice AistonJanuary 31, 2022Aiston Law LLCestate planning, incapacity, Alzheimer's

Filling out the Oregon Advance Directive

Greetings, fellow quaratiners! I really want you to fill out your Oregon Advance Directive, so I did a video walking you through how to fill it out.

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