People are living longer. While medical technology can keep our bodies mechanically working longer than ever, the later parts of life are often accomp...
Final wishes can come true
Gail Rubin, the doyenne of death, has a website www.agoodgoodbye.com that explores the rituals we use to celebrate and honor the lives of our loved on...
Health Care Proxies: preparing as best you can
There are not many things that can be controlled in life. As much planning as you may try to do, each day is full of surprises. While we only hope for...
Special considerations for your Living Will and Health Care Proxy
New York is one of two states that do not recognize the authority of family members to make decisions for incapacitated adults. The only way to ensure...
Estate Planning: Living Will & Health Care Proxy
It is important to consider what kinds of medical treatment you would want or not want if you should become unable to make health care decisions for y...
The basics of estate planning
What is estate planning? In estate planning, you anticipate and make arrangements for the disposal of your estate. Your estate is your net worth – t...