How Will You Age in Place and Be Able to Die at Home?

February 3, 2020Estate Planning, Legal Education

More and more, Americans are choosing to be cared for and are dying in their own homes. If you wish to be cared for and die in your own home, it’s especially important to have a plan in place to facilitate that choice. Read on to learn more.

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Kevin Kinghorn

Kevin Kinghorn has been a practicing attorney in Tucson and southern Arizona since 1993. He has been certified as a Specialist in Estate and Trust Law by the State Bar of Arizona’s Board of Legal Specialization. His practice includes all facets of estate planning including trusts, probate, trust administration, Medicaid and VA planning, and business planning and formation.

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In this day and age it is very rewarding and comforting to make a major decision for the long-term security of your family. Over 14 years ago we decided upon the Kinghorn Heritage Family to create our family trust. Through the years it became very evident that this decision was a major and necessary step for a secure future in an ever-changing legal climate. The Kinghorn Family has been a close friend that has always been there to serve our family.

Gary and Velma T. Client Review September 8, 2020

We appreciate the programs presented that keep us informed and updated in today’s internet and financial world. It is a comfort to know that you are only a phone call away if questions arise.

Robert and JoAnn H. Client Review September 8, 2020

We enjoyed meeting all the behind-the-scenes people on your team and want to thank you for the peace of mind you’ve given us and our children.

M.D. Client Reveiw September 8, 2020

What an amazing law firm, where the people I refer to them are handled as good friends, family, and confidantes.

Eileen E. Client Review September 8, 2020

Thank you Allison and Kinghorn Law family for everything you have done to make our end-of-life decisions a reality and stress free. When we think of Kinghorn: trust, peace of mind, professional. Outstanding Law Firm!

Ken and Cheryl V. Client Review September 8, 2020

Very satisfied with your company and staff.

Robert and Britt O. Client Review September 8, 2020

Growing up in a basketball family, I often watched Coach Pat Summit on TV coaching her Tennessee Lady Volunteers to victory. I remember her intimidating glare and strength as she faced adversity. Who would have thought that one of our country’s greatest coaches, a lady with such high-energy and a sharp mind, would be diagnosed with early onset dementia—Alzheimer’s Disease—at the age of 59? She resigned from coaching the following year despite her desire to continue coaching her players. Coach Summit shifted her battle from the basketball court to tackling her toughest opponent—early onset dementia. She established a foundation and raised millions of dollars to fight Alzheimer’s and raise awareness of this devastating disease. According to the Alzheimer’s Foundation, an overwhelming majority of the 5.4 million Americans with Alzheimer’s are 65 and older, but approximately 200,000 of them are younger than 65-years-old. This is what is referred to as early onset Alzheimer’s. Due to the lower number of patients with early onset, diagnoses are often missed or symptoms are attributed to stress or lack of sleep. So what can you do? What signs do you look for? Symptoms vary, but the Alzheimer's Foundation says key signs to watch for include the following:

memory loss that disrupts daily life

challenges in planning or solving problems

difficulty completing familiar tasks

confusion with time or place

trouble understanding visual images

new problems with speaking or writing

putting things in unusual places

decreased judgment

withdrawal from work or social activities

While there is no cure for Alzheimer’s yet, early diagnosis is key to building a proper support system, which should include finalizing an estate plan that will provide protection for you when you are unable to make decisions, documenting health care directives, and selecting trusted agents to act on your behalf.
Allison Manning enjoys helping clients establish peace of mind in their estate plans and building relationships with her clients. If you would like to make an appointment to find out how we can help protect your legacy, call (520) 529-4000

Chandler V. Client Review September 8, 2020

Estate Planning attorneys are sometimes criticized for offering needlessly complex, 'canned' solutions. This never has been the case with Kevin. The documents he created were comprehensive when appropriate and surprisingly simple when suitable. In every case, they were individually crafted to meet our unique needs.

Rich D. Client Review September 8, 2020

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