Complete Guide to Power of Attorney for Aging Parents
Everything you need to know about POA types, when to get one, the process for obtaining it, and how to use it responsibly.
Read GuideFinancial & Legal Guide for Caring for Aging Parents
Managing your parents' finances and legal affairs can feel overwhelming. From power of attorney to Medicare enrollment, we'll help you understand what you need to know and when.
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Legal Documents & Planning
Essential legal tools for protecting your parents and making decisions on their behalf.
Power of Attorney
Legal authority to make financial decisions for your parent when they can't.
Learn more →Healthcare Proxy
Designate someone to make medical decisions when your parent cannot.
Coming soonLiving Will
Document your parent's wishes for end-of-life medical care.
Coming soonGuardianship
When POA isn't enough: court-appointed authority for incapacitated parents.
Coming soonHIPAA Authorization
Get access to your parent's medical records and speak with their doctors.
Coming soonRepresentative Payee
Manage Social Security benefits for a parent who can't handle their own finances.
Coming soonManaging Parents' Finances
Day-to-day financial management and organization.
Bill Pay & Banking
Set up systems for paying bills, managing accounts, and preventing missed payments.
Learn more →Financial Organization
Create a complete inventory of accounts, assets, debts, and important documents.
Coming soonTax Planning
Tax considerations for caregivers and strategies to reduce your parents' tax burden.
Coming soonMedicare & Insurance
Understanding healthcare coverage options for seniors.
Medicare Basics
Parts A, B, C, and D explained. What's covered and what's not.
Coming soonMedicare Enrollment
When to enroll, how to avoid penalties, and special enrollment periods.
Coming soonMedigap Policies
Supplemental insurance to cover what Medicare doesn't.
Coming soonLong-Term Care Insurance
Is it worth it? What it covers and when to buy.
Coming soonMedicare vs Medicaid
Understand the differences, eligibility, and how they can work together.
Learn more →Estate Planning
Preparing for the future and protecting your parents' legacy.
Wills
Ensuring your parent's wishes are documented and legally binding.
Coming soonTrusts
Revocable vs. irrevocable trusts and how they protect assets.
Coming soonBeneficiary Designations
Keeping retirement accounts, insurance, and bank accounts properly designated.
Coming soonNeed Help Getting Started?
Our Power of Attorney guide walks you through the most important first step in managing your parents' affairs.
Read the POA Guide