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Seven Behavioral Health Tips for Older Adults in the Orlando, Florida Area

In the Orlando Sentinel Special Edition, there was an interesting article regarding behavioral health tips for older adults. Older adults experiencing a behavioral health issue, such as anxiety or depression, may be embarrassed and think they can simply pull themselve...

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Signs to Watch for Regarding Incapacity of a Loved One or Friend in the Orlando, Florida Area

There was an interesting article in the Orlando Sentinel/Sunday August 7, 2022 titled “Aging parents: 8 warning signs of health problems” by Mayo Clinic News Network Tribune News Service. The article poses this question: as your parents get older, how can you be sure ...

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What to Look Out for If You are Older and in a Divorce in Orlando, Florida

Someone who is older and divorces may face issues that a younger person divorcing does not have to face. What are the significances of divorcing later in life?

Depleted Accounts

First, the retirement accounts yo...

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Representing the Alleged Incapacitated Person in a Guardianship Case in the Orlando, Florida Area

In an Incapacity and Guardianship case, the Court appoints an attorney for the alleged incapacity person. However, the alleged incapacitated person has the right to hire their own private attorney if they so choose to do so. They may hire their own attorney at any point of the proceeding until they ...

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Aging With Autonomy in the Orlando, Florida Area

There was an excellent informational piece from The Florida Bar Elder Law Section titled "Aging With Autonomy.” The article includes 10 questions for lifelong independence. The writer states that, as you get older or are caring for an aging loved one, you will need a ...

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Newly Diagnosed with Alzheimer’s Disease or Dementia in the Orlando, Florida Area

There was an interesting article titled "Newly Diagnosed? Here's Where to Start" written by Cindy Kuzma and edited by Bernard A. Krooks, JD, CPA, LL.M, CELA in Preserving Your Memory/Summer 2022, Fisher Center for Alzheimer's Research Foundation. 

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Drinking and Dementia in the Orlando, Florida Area

There was an interesting article in Preserving Your Memory Magazine/Summer 2022 Fisher Centers for Alzheimer's Research Foundation titled "Drinking and Dementia: Is There a Link?" by Haley Shapley. The author states that most of us know that alcohol consumption comes ...

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How Can You Help the Children in Your Family Deal with a Loved One with Alzheimer’s in the Orlando, Florida Area?

How Can You Help the Children in Your Family Deal with a Loved One with Alzheimer's in the Orlando, Florida Area? In Preserving Your Memory Magazine/Summer 2020, Fisher Center for Alzheimer's Research Foundation, there was an ...

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What Happens at an Incapacity and Guardianship Hearing in the Orlando, Florida Area?

At an Incapacity and Guardianship Hearing, the Judge determines if the Alleged Incapacitated Person has capacity, limited capacity, or no capacity. The Judge then decides if there are less restrictive alternatives to a Guardianship, such as a Power of Attorney, Trust,...

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Did You Know That Changing Your View on Aging Can Improve Your Life in the Orlando, Florida Area?

Are you living with a loved one who is aging? Did you know that seeing the process negatively can lead to more stress? There was an interesting article in the Orlando Sentinel/Section 2 on Wednesday April 27, 2022 titled “Changing view on aging can improve your life” ...

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