On Behalf of J. Kevin Tharpe, P.C. | Jun 26, 2018 | Guardianships & Conservatorships
When Georgia parents take on the solemn task of choosing adults to step in and become legally responsible for their children should they themselves die or become incapacitated, they often choose close family members to fulfill the role. However, choosing a legal...
On Behalf of J. Kevin Tharpe, P.C. | Jun 26, 2018 | Elder Law
Planning for care at the end of your life or the end of your parent’s life is an important step for long-term financial security. If you don’t take steps as early as possible, your legacy or finances could end up compromised. While there are state programs...
On Behalf of J. Kevin Tharpe, P.C. | Jun 22, 2018 | Long-Term Care Planning
Residence in a full-time assisted care facility is not always permanent. A person may be sent to a Georgia nursing home to recover from a surgery. Then again, many people, especially those who are aging and no longer able to live independently, may spend the majority...
On Behalf of J. Kevin Tharpe, P.C. | Jun 21, 2018 | Estate Planning
Once you create an estate plan, it’s easy to assume that you never again have to think about it. While it’s not required that you review your estate plan in the future, you should get into the habit of doing so. You may discover a detail that needs your...
On Behalf of J. Kevin Tharpe, P.C. | Jun 19, 2018 | Estate Planning
Even for those with the longest potential life spans, aging takes its toll over time. Skin sags, muscles shrink and minds begin to atrophy. For many people, aging is a gradual process over many years. However, for some people, aging can suddenly leap forward without...
On Behalf of J. Kevin Tharpe, P.C. | Jun 12, 2018 | Long-Term Care Planning
Georgia is home to many nursing centers that provide for the needs of aging residents and those who are no longer able to independently care for themselves at home. Assisted living care benefits many families, especially when adult children or other loved ones are...
On Behalf of J. Kevin Tharpe, P.C. | Jun 7, 2018 | Estate Planning
Have you taken the time to discuss long term care and estate planning with your parents? Are you concerned about bringing this to light, as you are unsure of what it will lead to? Talking about long-term care and estate planning with your parents is not always easy....
On Behalf of J. Kevin Tharpe, P.C. | Jun 6, 2018 | Long-Term Care Planning
Many Georgia residents have come to a place in their lives when they need outside support and assistance for daily living. Such situations do not always directly pertain to medical needs. Some people, in fact, still live independently at home but need help cooking,...
On Behalf of J. Kevin Tharpe, P.C. | Jun 4, 2018 | Estate Planning, Trusts
Your estate plan needs to address a wide range of issues related to your personal assets, long-term care, and the wellbeing of the loved ones you leave behind.Banking is a critical part of the estate planning process. How you manage your finances affects the value of...
