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Can a Person With Dementia Legally Change Their Will?

According to the Alzheimer's Foundation of America, relatives, friends, and caregivers are in a position to exert undue influence on someone with a cognitive condition. The critical question for families is whether a person with dementia can legally change their will, and the answer hinges on the legal concept of 'testamentary capacity' at the time the change was made.

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Can nursing homes take your life insurance from your beneficiary after?

According to the National Council on Aging, the average cost for a private nursing home room in the U.S. exceeds $100,000 per year, and this significant expense raises concerns about protecting assets for loved ones. A primary worry is whether a nursing home can take your life insurance from your beneficiary after the policyholder's death.

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Can someone with dementia change their trust?

According to the Alzheimer's Association, more than 6 million Americans are living with Alzheimer's, a common cause of dementia. The answer to "Can someone with dementia change their trust?" depends on their level of mental capacity at the time the change is made. For an amendment to be legally valid, the individual must meet a specific standard of mental competence, known as testamentary capacity.

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