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 ConservatorsConservators are appointed responsibility for the assets and finances of others who can no longer handle their own affairs – provided that other arrangements have not been made. This section explains when and how conservatorships are granted and provides information on how estate planning, various types of powers of attorney, trusts, wills and family limited partnerships affect conservatorships.
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| Senior Housing And Nursing HomesIssues concerning senior housing and nursing homes continue to arise as more and more baby boomers reach retirement age. This section provides information on the various types of housing options that are available, how federal and state laws apply to those options, whether long term care insurance or Medicare might pay for housing and what remedies are available to residents of housing that become victims of elder abuse.
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| Organ DonationsAn organ donation allows you to donate an organ(s) in order to medically assist another in need. This section explains how and when organ donations occur, how to become a donor as well as provides information on the Uniform Anatomical Gift Act, uniform donor cards and state programs that show your organ donation status on your driver’s license.
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| Abuse And NeglectMany elderly residents of short and long term care facilities face abuse and neglect from the people who are supposed to be looking after them. This section explains how to recognize and address the symptoms of abuse and neglect, as well as financial abuses, and provides information on the federal Nursing Home Reform Act, applicable state laws and how and when legal action against elder care facilities might be necessary.
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| Age DiscriminationAge discrimination is illegal, yet it continues to affect millions of Americans every year over the age of 40. This section provides information on the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA), the importance of understanding waivers, issues concerning forced retirement and how to file a claim with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC).
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| Retirement And FinancesManaging your finances upon retirement is easier if you understand the various planning techniques that are available to you in your golden years. This section defines and provides information on techniques such as trusts, annuities, powers of attorney, conservatorships, long term care insurance, pensions, taxes and reverse mortgages.
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| Living WillsA living will informs others of the kind of medical treatment you wish to receive, or not to receive, when you cannot speak for yourself. This section explains living wills, provides information on the differences between living wills, living trusts and durable powers of attorney as well as answers frequently asked questions regarding how living wills are used in emergency situations.
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| Reverse MortgagesReverse mortgages
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| MedicareMedicare
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| Tracking Down Missing Policy And BenefitsTracking down missing policy and benefits
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| General Social Security Law QuestionsGeneral Questions
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| Organ DonationAn organ donation allows you to donate an organ(s) in order to medically assist another in need. This section explains how and when organ donations occur, how to become a donor as well as provides information on the Uniform Anatomical Gift Act, uniform donor cards and state programs that show your organ donation status on your driver’s license.
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