Elder Law:
For this 3-part series on Transitions, the final reference to the pilot training philosophy, C-A-N, after Communicate and Aviate, is Navigate. In pilot-speak, this implies “work your map and make a plan to get there.” I imagine the “map” to be conversations and legal documents. The “plan” to use them sometimes requires assistance and advice, or just confirmation that you’re headed in the right direction. I’ve outlined below some resources that may be of interest, depending on your current situation.
Professionals: Attorneys and financial advisers can be very helpful, and some specialize in very specific assistance. But, some of us may not have considered some other problem-solvers like:
- Mediators who can help resolve disputes among family, caregivers, and professionals – whoever needs to be involved in a solution to the problem. There are many mediator services – depending on the area you’re in or the type of problem you’re having. These are just a start:
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- Dispute Resolution Center in Saint Paul (651)292-6067
- Conflict Resolution Center in Minneapolis http://www.crcminnesota.org/
- Elder Law Mediators (look on line for specialists in this area)
- Care Management (care advocacy and management services, caregiver coaches). Depending on your financial resources, there are a number of private and public services that can assist you in figuring out what transition point you or your family member is experiencing. They can also assist you with actually making and managing the transition. Some services even offer coaching for caregivers.
An example of a private service is
Matrix AdvoCare Network http://www.matrixadvocare.com/
Some public services:
Minnesota Aging Pathways (formerly Senior LinkAge Line) https://mn.gov/aging-pathways/
Support Groups: Society of Certified Senior Advisors http://www.csa.us
Senior Citizen Centers: YMCA
Senior Community Services http://seniorcommunity.org/
This blog is written by Bridget-Michaele Reischl, Attorney DECORO LAW OFFICE, PLLC tmw.157.myftpupload.com/