Did Your Know That Seniors and Their Money Can Be Legally Hijacked?

While we like to think that most seniors have family members or at least lifelong friends to help them through their last years, many don’t. The term elder orphan is often used to describe these older Americans. While many have planned for this time in their lives by hiring attorneys to oversee the legal issues surrounding their potential need for care, others may not have been so wise. These seniors could be a prime target for a guardianship company that can swoop in and—legally—take over their lives, including their finances. Read the full article on HealthCentral about how older adults can have their money and their lives legally hijacked:  Support a caregiver or jump-start discussion in support groups with real stories - for bulk orders of Minding Our Elders e-mail Carol                  Related StoriesCan Caregivers Strip Dignity by Overdoing the Help?You Can Still Celebrate Father's Day When Your Dad Has DementiaGive Your Dad the Best Father’s Day Gift that Your Can: Your Attention 
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