On behalf of Kelsey, Kelsey & Hickey, PLLC | Aug 28, 2020 | Elder Law
Guardianships for adults can be quite different than those established for children. Your elderly loved one may need a guardianship if they have become mentally incapacitated or a condition otherwise renders them unable to make vital decisions themselves. That is not...
On behalf of Kelsey, Kelsey & Hickey, PLLC | Feb 25, 2020 | Elder Law
As your parents grow older, there may come a time when they can no longer make decisions regarding finances and medical treatment. At that point, it may be time to consider petitioning the court for guardianship. Guardianship allows you to assume control when your...
On behalf of Kelsey, Kelsey & Hickey, PLLC | Dec 23, 2019 | Elder Law
Taking care of children is a given. Have you thought about taking care of an aging parent? The trend of becoming a guardian over a parent who can no longer effectively make decisions alone is occurring more, and Texas families need to prepare for the...
On behalf of Kelsey, Kelsey & Hickey, PLLC | Oct 18, 2019 | Elder Law
Placement in a nursing home may be necessary for your elderly loved one’s well-being. However, not all facilities offer the same level of care. In some cases, staff and conditions within the nursing home can actually be detrimental to your loved one’s health, which in...
On behalf of Kelsey, Kelsey & Hickey, PLLC | Feb 18, 2019 | Elder Law, estate planning and probate
It is not uncommon for people in Texas to get married for the second time either after a previous divorce or to the death of a first spouse. A second marriage can be a bright spot in a person’s life and provide hope for a positive future but it also raises new...
On behalf of Kelsey, Kelsey & Hickey, PLLC | Dec 3, 2018 | Elder Law, estate planning and probate
People who have lost a close friend or loved one may feel overcome with emotion. In addition to dealing with the loss, there is the task of organizing the estate left behind by the deceased. This can be a daunting process, and it is usually led by estate administrator...
