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"When it comes to changing the world, what most of us lack is not the courage to change things, but the skill to do so."
At the Elder Law Practice, our goal is to change your world -- for the better. We understand that life-changes are scary. We know that what you really want is the health, wisdom and resources to retire successfully. And if that's your situation, we can provide the knowledge, skill and expertise to guide you through retirement. We do this with appropriate planning, education and advocacy so you understand what to expect and so you can achieve your goals.
We also understand that life doesn't always turn out to be all chocolate and roses. Sometimes life throws you a curve and you have to adjust. It might come in the form of a chronic condition that impacts your ability to handle your activities of daily living. When that happens, not only can it impact your own hopes, dreams and goals, but it can also impact those around you. Did you know that the stress of caregiving can cause a caregiver to have significant health and financial problems as well? Caregivers have more heart problems, back problems, stress related disease and have financial problems when caregiving is not done the right way. That's why we spend significant time with families, not only planning their estates and helping them with public benefits issues, but also educating them so they know how to use available resources in a way that makes it easier to keep loved ones at home.
This is where we come in. We help families (individuals who are Elders, who have special needs and caregivers) find resources and plan to get the right care at the right time. We are not health care providers, but we understand how the health care system works, how to solve financing problems, how to access care and how to enforce your right to have "quality care." Our ultimate goal is to give you the answers you need to stay home (if you can) or to live life to the fullest in the most home-like setting possible.
Of course, we know you have other concerns as well. Elder Law attorneys use legal tools and techniques to make sure an Elder's needs are met. Here are a few examples:
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In our practice, Elder Care Coordinators work under the supervision of an elder law attorney. We will guide you through the legal issues and counsel you regarding other legal issues of importance, such as putting advanced directives in place, trusts, and eligibility for benefits programs. We work with families all along the long-term care continuum. Although we do not provide any hands-on care, our Care Coordinators are instrumental in assisting clients by locating resources and working with the attorney to monitor the client's situation. As a team, we assist our clients in planning for the future, including possible long-term care needs. We assist clients by educating them regarding rights and resources as they seek assisted living care and nursing home care. Our goal is to transform you into an educated and informed consumer. Then, we help you enforce your rights. At an Elder Law firm such as this one, we understand that you're not simply concerned with the laws affecting older persons; you're also concerned with other day-to-day issues as well such as physical and mobility limitations, family conflicts and financing issues. Our goal is to meet you where you are and work with you to plan for enhanced quality of life.
How Do I Get Started?
The Elder Law Practice of David L. McGuffey is located in Dalton, Georgia. We serve Elders and disabled individuals, and their caregivers, in North Georgia and Southeast Tennessee. Our office is located at 105 N. Pentz Street, Dalton, Georgia 30720.
Did you know?: When Seniors worry about important issues related to their independence and health, 26% fear the loss of independence; 13% fear moving out of the home and into a nursing home; 11% fear giving up driving and the loss of family and friends ..., but only 3% of seniors say death is what they fear most. Final Report: Attitudes of Seniors and Baby Boomers on Aging in Place August 2007.
What does Caregiving really cost?
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