Of all the things that fracture families after a loved one passes, caregiving is one of the most common and one of the most painful. Not because the family didn’t love each other, but because love and sacrifice were distributed unevenly, and no one ever put a plan around it. One child moved nearby. They […]

While being a caregiver can be rewarding, it can also be extremely stressful. It is very common for caregivers to feel frustrated, tired, and even depressed. As a result, you will want to make life as easy as possible to reduce stress. Following are some ways to help you accomplish that goal. Have Limits As […]

A caregiver agreement, also referred to as a personal service contract, is a contract between an individual in need of care and the person taking care of them. Typically, an adult child will assume the role of caretaker for an older or incapacitated parent. It’s a job many people take on when someone they love […]

Everyone knows that caregivers of elderly family members face a difficult task—one that’s made even harder since many must also take care of their own children, as well. These caregivers often burn out and are left exhausted. An experienced Santa Clara elder lawyer will often give their clients information about respite care and adult day […]

If you are providing care to your parent, you are probably doing it without being asked and without compensation. It probably isn’t on your mind at all. But I can tell you as a Bay Area elder law attorney, it should be. As a society, we value our elders and provide the care they need […]

If you are a frequent reader of our Santa Clara elder law blog, you know that we talk a lot about how to take care of your older and/or disabled loved ones. We are passionate about helping people spend their end of life as comfortably and securely as possible. However, one thing that we don’t […]