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If I can't share in the cost of the upkeep, do I lose my beneficiary status?

Answered 4 years and 9 months ago by attorney Terry Lynn Garrett   |   1 Answer
It is unclear from your description whether your mother is alive or dead.  In either case, your brother appears to be confused about the law.
It is unclear from your description whether your mother is alive or dead.  In either case, your brother appears to be confused about the law.

My dad's wife is trying to put him in a nursing home. What rights do I have as his son? How do I keep her from spending his money?He has a Will...

Answered 4 years and 9 months ago by attorney Terry Lynn Garrett   |   1 Answer
It is possible and may even be likely that your father can only be cared for in a nursing home, though you could volunteer to take him into your home and give it a try. Nursing homes cost money.  It is possible and even likely that there will be nothing left to pass under your father's Will when he dies.  He must spend down to $2,000 before Medicaid (his fellow taxpayers) will pay for his care. You can consult with an elder lawyer in a nearby county if your like, but the advice is unlikely to differ.  You can find one on the website of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (www.naela.org).... Read More
It is possible and may even be likely that your father can only be cared for in a nursing home, though you could volunteer to take him into your home... Read More

Guardianship of elderly mother

Answered 5 years ago by attorney Terry Lynn Garrett   |   1 Answer
While a guardianship often supercedes a POA (read the Order), only your mother can decide with whom she will speak (unless there is exploitation, neglect or abuse).  Contact the court and Adult Protective Services.
While a guardianship often supercedes a POA (read the Order), only your mother can decide with whom she will speak (unless there is exploitation,... Read More

Does the oldest sibling have legal rights over an elder parent in ky

Answered 5 years and a month ago by attorney Terry Lynn Garrett   |   1 Answer
Birth order is irrelevant.
Birth order is irrelevant.

What will we be allowed to keep for our son? What will the nursing home be able to legally take for his father's care?

Answered 5 years and 2 months ago by attorney Terry Lynn Garrett   |   1 Answer
To find an elder lawyer near you please use the Find a Lawyer function on the website of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (www.naela.org)
To find an elder lawyer near you please use the Find a Lawyer function on the website of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (www.naela.org)

Conservatorship

Answered 5 years and 6 months ago by attorney Terry Lynn Garrett   |   1 Answer
These vary by state.  Consult with a local guardianship and conservatorship attorney.  You may be able to get a list from the local probate court or the state bar.
These vary by state.  Consult with a local guardianship and conservatorship attorney.  You may be able to get a list from the local probate... Read More

what can we do?

Answered 6 years and 4 months ago by attorney Terry Lynn Garrett   |   1 Answer
Talk to a local elder law attorney.  You can find one using the Find a Lawyer function on the website of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (www.naela.org).
Talk to a local elder law attorney.  You can find one using the Find a Lawyer function on the website of the National Academy of Elder Law... Read More

need set up all things for if we die or have to have long term care

Answered 6 years and 4 months ago by attorney Terry Lynn Garrett   |   1 Answer
Since 100% of us die and over 70% of us need long term care, this is a good move.  You can find a local elder lawyer using the Find a Lawyer function on the website of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (www.naela.org)
Since 100% of us die and over 70% of us need long term care, this is a good move.  You can find a local elder lawyer using the Find a Lawyer... Read More
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