001: Caring for Elderly Parents? Get a Power of Attorney While You Still Can!

Taking Care of Tutu - Navigating Estate Planning and Probate with Aloha

Have you been caring for your elderly parents or grandparents? Are you paying their bills, taking them to the doctor, managing their prescriptions? In this pilot episode of Taking Care of Tutu, we introduce you to the indispensable power of attorney – a crucial legal document. We'll explain why you need a general durable power of attorney and the alarming consequences of neglecting this essential step, including the exhausting and unnecessary court processes of conservatorships and guardianships.

We also highlight a critical yet often overlooked aspect: the necessity for individuals over 18, including college-bound children, to have a power of attorney and an advance health-care directive. Putting off these important decisions can lead to more complex and stressful legal issues down the road.

Join us as we break down these vital legal safeguards and offer actionable insights to help you care for your loved ones.

In this episode, you will hear:

• Why you need a power of attorney
• How to choose trusted financial decision-makers
• What is a Disability Panel?

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