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Financial and Legal

Learn how to manage caregiving finances and obtain legal caregiving documents including advance care directives, long-term care insurance, wills and powers of attorney

Planning Ahead as Unmarried Caregivers

Secure your future caregiving role with legal documents

8 Tech Tools for Financial Caregiving

Try these apps and services to help safeguard a loved one with dementia

My Dad’s Inheritance Puts Me and His Girlfriend at Odds

Father hasn’t told his longtime live-in partner about his will

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Call the AARP Resource Line at 1-877-333-5885

AARP’s toll-free caregiving support line is here to help

Legal Documents and Records

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Creating a Living Will and Health Care Power of Attorney

Clear, written health care direction can improve end of life care

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Download Free, Printable Advance Directive Forms

Free living wills, powers of attorney and other end-of-life documents

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What Caregivers Can Do When a Bank Rejects a Power of Attorney

Steps to take to ensure the key document is easily used

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A Financial Workbook for Family Caregivers

Follow this guide for health, housing and money management

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A Legal Checklist to Help Family Caregivers

Six steps to take to protect your loved ones and yourself

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Creating a Private Caregiver Contract Can Be a Legal Lifesaver

An official agreement can protect you and your family from legal issues

Benefits Recommended For You

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Insurance

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Understanding Long-Term Care Insurance

Learn the basics about coverage, premiums and more

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Learn How to Use Your Loved One’s Long-Term Care Insurance

You can help file the claims to collect policy benefits

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Find the Right Age to Buy Long-Term Care Insurance

Balance benefits, risks and costs, then make a decision

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How to Pay for Long-Term Care When You're Not in Perfect Health

What to do if you think you can't qualify for long-term care insurance

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Finding the Right Long-Term Care for Your Loved One

Weigh the options to make the best possible choice

Fraud and Finances

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Don’t Let Family Caregiving Ruin Your Financial Future

8 ways to protect your money while caring for a family member or friend

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What to Do if You Suspect Elder Fraud in the Family

Financial exploitation cases often involve relatives

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The Legal Consequences of Elder Fraud Can Be Steep

Scams are on the rise, but there are ways to fight back

Financial Workbooks for Caregivers

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Military/Veterans

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Features and Resources

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Building a Support System for Adult Disabled Children

How to ensure that care continues after you're gone

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Documents That Can Keep Caregivers Out of Court

Plan ahead and give them the legal authority to help you

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National Agencies, Groups and Organizations for Caregivers

Find services and support to help you care for your loved one