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Why Powers of Attorney and Care Management are Essential as We Age

Wednesday 08/13/2025 09:00 AM - 10:00 AM
The Stonegate Conference & Banquet Centre
2401 West Higgins Road, Hoffman Estates, IL 60169
Classroom B

Jackie Luthringshausen, Estate Planning Attorney
Lavelle Law, Ltd.

This presentation will cover the essentials of Powers of Attorney (POA), highlighting their role as vital legal tools that allow a trusted agent to manage financial, healthcare, or personal decisions if someone becomes incapacitated. It will outline the steps to implement a POA, including selecting an agent, defining authority, and ensuring legal execution, while emphasizing the importance of clarity to prevent disputes.

The session will also discuss when to engage a Geriatric Care Manager for complex care coordination or advocacy, particularly for aging individuals, concluding with a Q&A to address planning concerns.

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