Thoughtful Guidance When Memory Loss Changes Everything
A diagnosis of dementia or Alzheimer’s disease affects more than memory—it changes daily life, family dynamics, and future planning. Families are often left asking difficult questions about care, safety, decision-making, and finances, all while coping with emotional loss and uncertainty.
At Dublin Packard Elder and Estate Attorneys, we help individuals and families plan for dementia with clarity, compassion, and foresight—so decisions are guided by values rather than crisis.
When Dementia Care Planning Matters
Dementia care planning may be appropriate if:
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You or a loved one has been diagnosed with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease
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Memory loss is beginning to affect daily life or decision-making
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Family members are unsure who has legal authority to act
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Care needs are increasing or expected to change
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You want to protect dignity, independence, and family stability
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You want to plan early rather than react later
Early planning often provides more options and reduces stress for everyone involved.
How We Help
Dementia care planning requires a coordinated approach that addresses both legal authority and practical care needs. Our work may include:
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Ensuring appropriate legal authority for decision-making
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Updating estate and incapacity planning documents
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Coordinating planning with long-term care and Medicaid strategies
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Protecting assets and income for ongoing care
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Helping families understand next steps as care needs evolve
We focus on creating plans that support the individual while easing the burden on caregivers.
Common Mistakes We See
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Waiting until legal capacity is diminished
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Assuming family members can act without formal authority
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Failing to coordinate care planning with financial protection
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Making rushed decisions during emergencies
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Overlooking the emotional impact on caregivers
Thoughtful planning can reduce conflict, confusion, and unnecessary hardship.
How Dementia Care Planning Fits With Other Services
Dementia care planning often works alongside:
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Long-Term Care Planning, as care needs increase
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Medicaid Planning, to address the cost of care
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Elder Law, to manage legal and financial transitions
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Asset Protection, to preserve resources
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Care Navigation, to help families coordinate care
Many families continue working with us as the disease progresses and needs change.
You Don’t Have to Face This Alone
Dementia planning is not just about documents—it’s about supporting families through one of life’s most challenging transitions.
If your family is facing memory loss or cognitive decline, we’re here to help you plan thoughtfully and move forward with confidence and care.
As a first step, schedule a brief introductory phone call. In this 20-minute phone call, you will provide a brief overview of your needs, and we will let you know how we can help.
