Getting Your Affairs in Order
No one ever plans to be sick or disabled. Yet, it’s this kind of planning that can make all the difference in an emergency. On… Read More »Getting Your Affairs in Order
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Legal Issues Seniors and Caregivers May Have To Consider
The Berks County area is aging rapidly, having increased from an average of 14% of the population 10 years ago to about 18%. As the… Read More »Legal Issues Seniors and Caregivers May Have To Consider
Your Last Wish: No Inheritance Disputes
When you are no longer able to manage your affairs, someone, somewhere, will be sure to step in if you haven’t made arrangements for the… Read More »Your Last Wish: No Inheritance Disputes
Making Healthcare Decisions for Someone Who is Dying
It can be overwhelming to be asked to make healthcare decisions for someone who is dying and is no longer able to make his or… Read More »Making Healthcare Decisions for Someone Who is Dying
7 Tips to Protect Valuables in a Natural Disaster
With parts of the country in the midst of peak hurricane season, and other regions of the country approaching the dangerous wildfire and flooding seasons,… Read More »7 Tips to Protect Valuables in a Natural Disaster
DNR vs POLST: Differences and the Right Choice For You
Living wills and health care powers of attorney are essential documents for anyone who wants to put their health care wishes in writing. However, these health care directives may not be immediately available in an emergency. You may want to also make a Do Not Resuscitate (DNR) order because it will be more easily apparent to emergency response teams. Some states are supplementing or replacing DNR orders with a similar form, often known as a Physician Orders for Life-Sustaining Treatment (POLST) form. This article discusses both documents.
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