Q: Caring for Mom with Alzheimer's. What docs needed to handle ALL Med. & Fin.?
Do certain docs need notarized and/or filed with Court Clerk office? Will a durable POA cover it all, including land, her home and Quit Claim Deed if necessary? Is a Advance Directive needed or just be beneficial? Are specifics needed to handle her Social Security benefits as well?
A:
Sorry to hear that your mother is suffering from Alzheimer's. From your question it wasn't clear whether she has the powers of attorney and other documents already completed. If not, and she has sufficient capacity, then she should move quickly to get these in place. An advanced directive is important especially when there are multiple family members so that her wishes are known and followed.
You may also need planning for Medicaid and/or VA benefit eligibility planning many people create problems while trying to be helpful.
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