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Do Not Resuscitate: On Death, Dying and Alzheimer's

All long term healthcare facilities ask the next of kin whether or not to resuscitate in the form of a Do Not Resucitate (DNR) order in case the decision needs to be made. When considering a DNR order in the end stage of Alzheimer's disease it is important you know the relevant circumstances.   DNR orders only applies to... Read moreChevron
posted 03/09/2010, comments (4)|
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Boston Legal goes to Supreme Court over Alzheimer's issue

I am a fan of the show Boston Legal. For years the show has alluded to the mild cognitive impairment of Denny Crane (William Shatner) by referring to it as "mad cow". Mild cognitive impairment (MCI) is a transition stage between the cognitive decline of normal aging and the more serious problems caused by Alzheimer's disease. The show is going to... Read moreChevron
posted 12/04/2008, comments (2)|
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Petitioning for Guardianship of a Loved One with Alzheimer's

We are often asked for advice about legal issues, in particular why a person would need to petition the court for guardianship of a loved one who has dementia and what to expect during that court process.  A guardianship proceeding is generally brought on by an interested party who desires to make decisions for a person who he or she feels... Read moreChevron
posted 02/01/2008, comments (4)|
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