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Articles related to focusing on healthy aging, prevention, mobility, cognition, nutrition, independence, and caregiving support.

Oct 23, 2025

4 min

How is an elderly person declared incompetent? Legal steps for concerned families

According to the National Institute of Mental Health, some level of cognitive decline affects a significant number of older adults, making capacity a serious concern for families. This can lead to difficult decisions, and understanding how is an elderly person declared incompetent is a critical first step toward ensuring their safety and well-being through legal means.

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Oct 19, 2025

5 min

When should you conduct a functional assessment of capacity?

An estimated 6.7 million Americans aged 65 and older live with Alzheimer's dementia, a condition that can significantly impair decision-making capacity. For many families, knowing when should you conduct a functional assessment of capacity is a crucial step toward protecting a senior's safety and autonomy.

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