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25
Mar
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Crisis Planning in New Jersey: Protecting Seniors and Their Assets

Quick Summary: Crisis Planning in New Jersey Need crisis planning guidance in New Jersey? Call (609) 293-2562. When a sudden health emergency strikes, families are often forced to make urgent ...

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22
Sep
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How to Choose a Health Care Proxy for a Loved One with Dementia

When helping a loved one with dementia, you may face many difficult choices. Often, a person with dementia needs medical care and possibly assisted living or nursing home care. This ...

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22
Sep
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What Is the Difference Between Dementia and Alzheimer’s?

This is a common question from families working to learn more after an Alzheimer’s or dementia diagnosis. Alzheimer’s is the most common form of dementia, but dementia includes many other ...

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28
Aug
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Care Planning

Are You Really Keeping Mom Safe by Not Letting Her Fall?

If you’ve managed to keep Mom at home—bravo. That’s an accomplishment that deserves real recognition. Supporting a loved one as they age, especially in the comfort of their own home, ...

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25
Jul
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An Evening for Caregivers with Emma Heming Willis and Anderson Cooper

You’re Invited—An Evening for Caregivers with Emma Heming Willis and Anderson Cooper At Van Dyck Law Group, we are proud to advocate for those who dedicate their lives to caring ...

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1
May
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Alzheimers Planning

Protecting Against Elder Financial Abuse in Dementia Cases

Protecting against elder financial abuse in dementia cases is a moral imperative, and addressing the threat such abuse presents is a critical aspect of elder care. In this blog post, ...

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24
Apr
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Alzheimers Planning

Creating a Dementia Care Plan

Dementia is a progressive condition that affects memory, thinking, and behavior, challenging both those who live with it and their families. A well-crafted dementia care plan not only provides structure ...

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17
Apr
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Alzheimers Planning

Signs of Dementia: Legal Implications and Family Conversations

Dementia is a complex condition that not only affects the cognitive abilities of an individual but also has profound implications for legal affairs and family dynamics. Early recognition of dementia’s ...

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10
Apr
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Alzheimers Planning

Navigating Legal Capacity and Dementia

Dementia is a complex condition that not only affects memory and cognition but also influences an individual’s ability to make informed decisions. Navigating the intersection of legal capacity and dementia ...

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3
Apr
An estate planning lawyer's client waiting at a desk behind law books and a gavel.
Alzheimers Planning

Estate Planning After a Dementia Diagnosis

A dementia diagnosis can be a terrible thing to face, both emotionally and practically. It brings uncertainty about the future, making estate planning an urgent and essential step. While facing ...

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